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Kupenda for the Children

Newest Program in Environmental Studies

• A MONTHLY PUBLICATION FOR THE STUDENTS OF NORTH SHORE COMMUNITY COLLEGE - DANVERS, LYNN & BEVERLY, MASSACHUSETTS •

BY: AMANDA FROST

Cynthia Bauer, an adjunct biology teacher at NSCC, founded Kupenda, a taxexempt Christian-based organization that exists to meet the needs of children with disabilities. The goal is for the children in the organization to feel that they are loved and accepted. Kupenda b e g a n because Cynthia was introduced to children who could not pay the fees to stay at the Kenya government- established Gede special needs boarding facility. Professor Bauer worked as a wildlife biologist and got her master’s degree in Applied Ecology, she then worked on the coast of Kenya where she saw people begging on the streets with the same disability as her own. She wasn't always able to talk about her own disability openly. She never really considered that being born without her left arm was a disability, but just something that made her “different.” Her love for African wildlife drew her to Kenya, and eventually to the children. Like she has said repeatedly, this charity was brought to her...there's no other way to explain it. When walking through Nairobi, Kenya Cynthia met a man begging on the streets of Nairobi with the same handicap as herself. It made her think about what opportunities she would have if she had not been brought up in a family and a culture that allowed her to be

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anything she wanted to be. This motivated her to make a difference in the lives of the children of Kenya. In most African countries, disabled people are still considered to be “cursed” by G o d . Because of this percept i o n , s o m e parents may keep their children hidd e n , abandon t h e m , divorce because t h e y believe their spouse caused the disability, or even kill the child at birth. They do not see that their child can be anything else but a beggar. Therefore, in Kenya, only 10% of those with disabilities actually attend school. Kupenda meets its mission through a one-on-one sponsorship for payment of school fees and the formation of child-sponsor relationships, the construction of special needs facilities, funding medical intervention, the provision of school supplies and medical equipment, creating awareness in the community, strengthening of local churches to better assist special needs children, and staffing qualified help for children in need. Kupenda is run by US Board of Directors, Volunteers in the US, Kenya Committee and Kenya Staff. The staffing of qualified people to do the work on the ground in Kenya is essential to the organization’s ability to adequately assist children with disabilities in the Continued on Page 2

Health & Science Medical Mystery p5

BY: GREG REPPUCCI & NELSON BAKER

Shore North Community College is proud and excited to announce a brand new field of study for students interested in an industry that is building more momentum with passing year. every Environmental Studies, as an option of Liberal Arts, is the newest Associate’s Degree program to be offered. In the works since 2006, this program has successfully made its way through the NSCC Currilculum Committee by a dedicated team of faculty including Deans

Maureen O’Neill and Nancy Alberto. With their combined effort, the doors have finally been opened. The program will have

two tracts. The first is an environmental awareness Liberal Arts tract, which will prepare students for transfer into envi-

Maya left Nigeria right after high school and enrolled in a nursing school in England, Great Britain, she was able to write English extremely well, but was unable to speak it fluently. As a result, she struggled with conversational English during her nursing school experience and her travels throughout Europe. Today, as a successful educator, Dr. Maya sees herself as a role model and inspiration to the developmental and foreign students in her classroom. Some of these students come to col-

lege totally unprepared for college level courses. They question their ability to succeed. To give them hope and build their self-esteem and self-confidence, Dr. Maya starts her classes in the beginning of the semester by telling them about her frightful experience in Europe because of her minimal conversational skills in English, and the consequences. She would then emphasize the importance of practicing a new language frequently, with genuine interest, motivation, and hard work in order to be proficient; and that that attitude enabled her to become successful in all of the programs, schools, colleges, and universities she attended. Dr. Maya states that she usually ends her personal story by stressing to the students that they are also capable of the same success if they are serious and apply the same principles. Dr. Maya was asked what Continued on Page 19

Profile of a Model Professor

BY: DR. LOVE P. MAYA & CHRIS RICCI

Here at North shore Community College, particularly on the Lynn campus, as students mill the halls and inside every classroom, one can observe students from all over the world. The foreign students at North Shore represent approximately seventy countries. Also, just as obvious are the faculty and staff who represent some of these countries. One such faculty member is Dr. Love P. Maya. Dr. Maya was born and raised in Nigeria, West Africa, when Nigeria was a British colony. School subjects in public schools and colleges were taught in English, which was and still is the official language. Nevertheless, Nigerians tended to speak their indigenous languages on a regular basis when away from academic and business settings. So when Dr.

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Kupenda

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area. Kupenda currently funds a Kenyan director, office secretary, occupational therapist, a teacher's aid for cerebral palsied children, teacher's aid for the deaf, and a teacher for children with mental disabilities. Kupenda also provides funds to the local church to enable them to assist the children.

Sponsoring a child costs only $300 a year, which is less than $25 a month and less than 84 cents a day. Most of the children sponsored by Kupenda stay at the Gede boarding facility because it is too far for them to walk back and forth from home to school and some are incapable of walking at all. Boarding fees cover the cost of food, housemother salaries, and facility costs like electricity and water. When you sponsor a child, you ensure s/he receives everything covered by the aforementioned school fees.

therapy, emergency medical treatment, corrective surgery, assistance equipment and other needs are not covered by sponsorship. These are paid for from the Kupenda general fund. If you would like to know of any additional needs of a child or have any other questions about sponsoring a child, please send an email to Kupenda@kupenda.org and you will receive details of how you can help.

You can also help by visiting Kenya with the Summer Volunteer Team. Since Kupenda currently does not have a permanent volunteer center, the only organized volunteer project in Kenya is for two weeks each summer. If you would like to sponsor a child please visit www.kupenda.org. You can also sign up to automatically have a monthly contribution deducted from your account by signing up at www.kupenda.org.

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BY JOSE MIRANDA

Well, I should start at the beginning. One could say that maybe it all began with where I am from. A place where government was incompetent and inadequate for its citizens’ needs. A place where, for many years, we had no type of government and which soon after became an uninhabitable land that was under siege by the terror of a 10 year civil war. The land of my parents is a land rich in beauty and great splendor, but sadly for many of the people living there it is also a land where poverty is a way of life. I am one of the few lucky ones who has never had to suffer the pains of an empty stomach, or had to struggle to make a living off the land with little or no education to back up my choices. However, if called upon to find a people with a better disposition or more welcoming spirits than those same indigenous people I grew up near, one would be very hard pressed.

With its wide dirt roads, down which many men rode on horseback, and where cattle roamed and lazy pigs commonly wandered, the roads that lead to the village of my childhood. I remember that every night I would sit around the fire and I longed to learn about the world. I remember reading books about the enormous world beyond my village, but even then, they still existed only on paper and in my imagination. Since my parents had never even traveled outside the city, there was no reason to think that I would be luckier.

But that was about to change. During the late 70s, my father took part in our village’s politics and became very involved with our community so involved that it cost him his life. My family was persecuted and accused of high treason for allowing the natives to live in our land. My father was assassinated for that reason, and due to my family’s hardship my mother was granted asylum by the United States government. Yes, that was the first time I heard or know of a thing called “government.” Some days I think that if it wasn’t for my father giving his life, I would still be living in that god-forsaken country and would never have known the pleasures of taking part in this society. My mother and I arrived in the United States as refuges during the late 80’s, when Guatemala was in full fledged civil war. Now, the once picturesque image I once observed had become a land where vultures sat close to the ground and were the entrenched class-structure of the Spanish hierarchy was still in vigor and taking its toll among the ignorant and uneducated native population.

One could make the argument that I have led somewhat of a different life to many of my peers the same age. I was meant to lead a very humble life. I was never destined for greatness, the average salary was 5 US cents and completing elementary school was an achievement that Continued on page 9

Older Pets Are Overlooked in Overloaded Shelters

BY TANYA GREEN

By now we have all felt the economic distresses of the past year in some way, whether we have experienced it or just heard about it. Believe it or not, the hardest population hit by all of this is not even human. Animals, particularly pets, have experienced the most losses. Due to people having to tighten their purse straps, many people have either gotten rid of their pets or opted to not get new ones. This tragedy is most prevalent when looking at shelter websites and reading the pets’ stories. Another indication is seeing the same pets up for adoption week after week. It seems to be that the pets that get adopted are usually the younger ones, leaving the older ones behind to sit in a cage for an unknown length of time.

All pets are cute. Of course, it goes without saying that the younger pets are healthier and will inevitably live longer, barring any accidents or early onset illnesses. Older pets still have their perks. I am not a pet expert myself; however, I have recently taken in a 12 year old male cat, Moochie, and now consider myself to be a self-proclaimed cat expert. I do think that some of these basic principles could be applied to most older pets.

Families with children who are either older or know how to treat an animal appropriately First time pet owners Just as there are people out there who would be best suited for an older pet, there are those who are better suited for the younger pet. If you find yourself to be better suited for a younger pet then you must keep in mind that your pet will get older and that as it ages still deserves the same love and respect as it did during its younger years. If that is not possible, then perhaps a pet would not be the best idea.

Believe it or not, in many ways, older pets are less expensive to maintain. Regarding cats after age seven, the only vaccination that an owner is legally bound to provide their cat is the rabies shot. After age seven (which seems to be a magic number in cat age), the rabies shot only needs to be administered every three years. Furthermore, the annual feline vaccine that is given for distemper and other nasty conditions can be given every few years after the cat’s seventh birthday. Exactly how long between shots will be determined by the vet based

cats from a reputable shelter will be up to date on vaccinations/vet care, may or may not be micro-chipped, will have an accurate personality evaluation/description, and will have a complete as possible social and medical history.

As I mentioned earlier, I took my cat Moochie in, as is implied he is not from a shelter. I got him from a resident at work who could no longer care for him. Initially, he was supposed to go into a shelter, but one shelter rejected him based upon his age. The other shelter had him on a waiting list that was at least two years out. Moochie could not wait that long, so I took him home. Although it is recommended that you get a pet from a shelter, if you know of a pet that is in need of a new home and is coming directly from a domestic situation--as in Moochie’s case--or has not been a stray very long than it should be okay and not much different than getting it from a shelter. If you would like to adopt a pet or ease the burden on shelters in some other way, then please check out the links below. One

It is important to remember that getting any pet is a major change; however, an older pet is less of a change. Here are some reasons why: Already house broken (in most cases) Sleeps more Understands humans a bit better Has self awareness Playful (usually when prompted, not usually random) Less destructive Adapts to routines faster Already has a definitive personality

In contrast, the younger pet will need training and is still trying to pinpoint itself in regards to where it fits in its environment, just as a young child. As far as being destructive, that is the younger pet’s way of exploring the world and figuring life out. The younger pet may not understand that humans need sleep or that we have to do things like go to work and may feel punished by our routines instead of feeling as though we are a part of those routines. The younger pet is randomly playful and does not realize that dinner and playtime are not one in the same. Just with a human, a pet’s personality will evolve overtime. Most kittens are active and cuddly, and may stay that way into adulthood. Others will become more into themselves, as well as anything in between these two extremes. Even though older animals have perks, due to being better oriented to life and therefore more independent and able to stay alone, older pets still are not for everyone. The types of people that older pets are best for are: Working people/college students on their own Elderly Disabled

upon the cat’s prior health history. The average well-check for an older cat is less than $100. Although I’ve not yet had to do anything extra for Moochie, such as medications or procedures, I have been told that these do not tend to be draining on the wallet for the older ones. This last fact has some sobering reasoning behind it; vets tend to do what is least invasive on older pets and will many times recommend that nothing be done to treat the problem and to just enjoy the pet and make it comfortable. Although that is one of the down falls to an older pet. Almost all pets are going to get older one day and the thing that truly counts when it comes up to loving our pets is the quality of time we spend with them not so much the quantity of time.

Older pets are also less expensive to adopt/purchase. Many shelters will offer a discount on the adoption fee of an older pet or pet that has been there for a long time. Sometimes people over a certain age or who meet some other specific criterion (depending on the shelter), are entitled to a discount based upon these personal factors. So take that discount and combine it with an older pet discount and you might find yourself walking out with an almost free pet. Not all shelters give free or discounted supplies with your adoption such as a carrier, litter box, litter, food, toys, etc. Older

of the links below is located out of state, but works very closely with petfinder.com. All shelters that work with petfinder.com have different rules and regulations regarding out of state adoptions. I’m not sure what all of the policies are, but it cannot hurt to find out if you see a pet that could be for you. Northeast Animal Shelter, located in Salem, MA, has dogs and cats up for adoption. They are also always looking for any help they can get. Please go to www.northeastanimalshelter.or g for more information. Located in Wakefield PAWS is a foster group that will foster and adopt out any pet right now there are mostly cats this is an all volunteer non-profit group that gets all funds from fundraising and donations help is always welcomed for more information on this dynamic group go to http://www.pawswakefield.resc uegroups.org/

Cape Ann Animal Aid has both dogs and cats up for adoption and is similar in nature to Northeast, but is located in Gloucester check out http://www.capeannanimalaid.c om/ for more information Stoneham Cat Society cats only http://www.petfinder.com/shelte rs/MA365.html Continued on page 5

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Deans’ Corner Dr. Martha Brine & Dr. Stephen Creamer Dean

This month the Dean of Retention and Student Success, Dr. Martha Brine and the Dean of Student Financial Services, Stephen Creamer, provide important information about the ongoing summer and fall registration 2010 process for all current students, as well as other related deadlines and information.

Summer 2010 Registration Summer registration has been underway since early March. As a current student here at the college, we encourage you to take a few minutes to come to the Student Support & Advising Center and/or speak with your faculty advisor about how taking a summer course could help you to either: (1) accomplish your academic goals more quickly, or (2) help you balance your time commitments during the upcoming fall and spring semesters by spreading your coursework over the entire year. Taking a summer course now can help you finish your degree or certificate program that much sooner. Remember, payment in full is due at the time you register for summer. Students using Financial Aid to pay for their summer classes should complete a summer financial aid

application, which can be found on the North Shore Website at http://www.northshore.edu/serv ices/fa/0910_forms/summer201 0_app.pdf. IMPORTANT CHANGE: The Federal Government has changed the Pell Grant Program in order to provide more funding for students who would like to attend classes throughout an academic year. Effective immediately, students may be eligible for a Summer Pell grant if they:

* Were full-time students for the fall and spring semesters * Are enrolling in 6 or more credits for the summer semester * Are meeting satisfactory progress as defined in the College’s Financial Aid Handbook?(http://www.northsh ore.edu/services/fa/fa_hndbk.pd f)

Stafford Loans may also available to students who are enrolled in at least 6 credits or more for the summer semester.

NSCC continues to drop students for non-payment and will be reviewing accounts regularly to make sure students have paid in full or have financial aid eligibility to cover their summer charges. Advising and Early Registration

NSCC STANDS WITH HAITI

A campus campaign to support relief efforts in Haiti has raised over $3,000 for Partners In Health (PIH) this semester. After the devastating earthquake struck in Port-auPrince last January, NSCC students, staff and faculty went into action to generate money for the PIH “Stand with Haiti” initiative, with bake sales, raffles and a range of fund-raising activities.

sale. Red Sox tickets available from Student Life were a hot item, too!

The semester’s efforts culminated in Stand With Haiti Day in Lynn on April 28th. A morning forum was well-attended in the gym, featuring Ali Lutz, the Haiti Program Coordinator for Partners In Health. Ms. Lutz described the work of PIH over the past 25 years in the poorest areas of the country, engaging

Students portrayed proudly wearing Haitian Flag

Students in the Multi-Cultural Society (MCS) and TRiO/Student Support Services program sponsored regular sales of home-baked goodies, and Haiti T-shirts designed by an NSCC alumnus were offered for

her audience with an eloquent account of their challenges and successes in employing and empowering the local people. The evening’s Haiti Relief Continued on page 10

for Fall 2010—Six Easy Steps

It’s hard to believe that the winter/spring 2010 semester is half over and that it’s time to think about registering for fall 2010 courses at NSCC, but it is! As a continuing student here at the College, you can now pick your courses for next fall. That means that you can signup now for the courses and times that meet your schedule. Take advantage of this opportunity and be among the first to get into the courses you want at the times you need them.

What should you do first? Contact your advisor and sit down to plan next semester’s course schedule.

Who is your advisor? At the beginning of March you received an email at your NSCC email address telling you the name of your advisor and that person’s contact information. Go into Pipeline and find that email and use the contact information given there to make an appointment with your advisor. If your advisor is the Student Support and Advising Center, that office is conveniently located on both the Lynn (W114) and Danvers (DH101) campuses and provides walk-in service. What if I can’t find that

email with my advisor’s information? You can log-in to your Pipeline account at www.northshore.edu and find your advisor’s information by doing the following steps: Select School Services

Select Student Services and Registration Select Student Records

Select Student Information Read down until you see Primary Advisor

Why should I meet with an advisor? Whether your advisor is a faculty member from your program or an academic advisor from the Student Support and Advising Center, this person can not only help you choose the correct courses for next semester right now, but can also answer questions regarding career possibilities in your program and offer you study skills advice.

Why didn’t you tell me about this advisor person before? We did, but you may have forgotten or not realized until now how helpful this person can be to your success at NSCC.

So take the time to connect with them and get first pick of the fall 2010 courses at the times and locations you want.

When can I register and pay for fall courses? The Early Advising and Registration period runs from April 5, 2010 through May 21, 2010. As in previous semesters, there is a deadline of July 27, 2010 @5 p.m. to pay your bill or your courses will be dropped. Take the time to choose a method of payment, whether it is by check, credit card, a payment plan or financial aid and be prepared to act on it by July 27th to secure your class schedule.

Follow these steps and be sure to get ready for another successful semester at NSCC!!

If you have other questions about advising, please contact Dean Brine at his E-mail: mbrine@northshore.edu or drop into the Student Support and Advising Centers on either campus. If you have questions for Student Financial Services, please stop by our offices on either the Lynn or Danvers campuses or feel free to contact us at our e-mail: sfs@northshore.edu.

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Governor Partrick Announces New Health Plan Options for Students

WORCESTER – Tuesday, April 13, 2010 – Together with education officials, college faculty and students, Governor Deval Patrick today celebrated the sweeping reorganization of student health insurance benefits that will significantly enhance state and community college students' access to quality health care coverage. The expansion of health plan options on 24 public college campuses across the Commonwealth follows Governor Patrick's announcement in early April that Massachusetts had partnered with Blue Cross Blue Shield to provide new and updated services for students beginning this August. "Our college students deserve access to high quality health care that will keep them focused and ready to learn," said Governor Patrick. "I'm thankful to all of the members of the planning team who came together and took on the hard work of ensuring our students are accessing the best care at the best value." "By ensuring access to high quality health care for our college students, our Administration is supporting the health of our future leaders and the Commonwealth's economic vitality," said Lieutenant Governor Timothy Murray. A total of 26 individuals, including students and administrators from the Commonwealth's state and community colleges, instituted a comprehensive, competitive procurement process to identify a plan to ensure students get access to high quality care moving forward. Members

of the Student Health Plan Committee included representatives from the University of Massachusetts, the Division of Health Care Finance and Policy, the Commonwealth Connector Authority, the Department of Higher Education, the Executive Office of Education, the Executive Office of Administration and Finance and the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Governor Patrick was joined by local and state officials at Quinsigamond Community College in Worcester for the celebration. Students at Quinsigamond, along with students at the state's other 23 public higher education campuses will have the option of purchasing the new health plans. "This new student health insurance plan will ensure that our public college students have access to affordable, quality care that meets the needs of our state's young adults," said Connector Board Chairman and Administration and Finance Secretary Jay Gonzalez. "I thank the many members of the team that came together to create this new program and make sure students have insurance they can rely on to stay healthy. This is a great example of collaboration to get the best value for our health care dollars." "Massachusetts is fortunate to have advocates who are willing to work with us in our continuing efforts to ensure that all people in the Commonwealth have comprehensive access to care. Student advocates played an

BY: AMANDA FROST

of hundreds of thousands of people. With the creation of this $200,000 organ generator, saving lives is only a step further.

Organovo, a company in San Diego that specializes in regenerative medicine, and Invetech, an engineering and automation firm in Melbourne, Australia, have created the first commercial 3D bio-printer for manufacturing human tissue and organs. This is a huge breakthrough for the medical world because a patient may wait months, sometimes years, for an organ from a suitable donor. During that time the patient’s condition may worsen and even lead to death. The ability to make organs as they are needed would not only relieve suffering and tragedy but also save lives

essential role in making sure we revised student health plans," said Secretary of Health and Human Services Dr. JudyAnn Bigby. "The reorganization reflects the Governor's ongoing commitment to finding affordable solutions for health care delivery." "College students have a lot of responsi-

bilities t h a t require a lot of attention so providing the best value and access to health insurance helps them devote their time to their studies," said Education Secretary Paul .Reville. "I'm thankful to my many colleagues who worked so hard to reach this deal." During the event, the Governor thanked members of his Administration for their hard work and noted the contributions of many other individuals who helped negotiate the new deal. "We are moving from limited 'illness and injury' coverage to comprehensive health insur-

ance," said Commonwealth Connector Authority Executive Director Jon Kingsdale. "These students will soon enjoy preventive care, disease management, worldwide coverage, and access to a premier network of clinicians without the arbitrary benefit caps and coverage gaps that can saddle the very sick with extensive out-of-pocket expenses." "The new plan represents a great leap forward for student health care and is also a powerful example of how colleges within our public system are working together to enhance our students' wellbeing," said Commissioner of Higher Education Richard Freeland. "By grouping their students together, the colleges are able to maximize their buying power, resulting in a much improved health plan." Since 1989, all higher education students in Massachusetts have been required to have health coverage. The majority of students are covered through plans provided by family members, but some still purchase services through their institutions of study. This expanded coverage will give students purchasing health care through their schools, access to affordable, quality health care coverage. "This collaborative effort furthers the Commonwealth's goal of ensured access to quality health care for an often over-

Organ Printer: Breakthrough in Medical Science

Keith Murphy, Organovo’s chief executive, states that only simple tissues, such as skin, muscle, and short stretches of blood vessels will be made until further research is done. The company expects that within five years, once clinical trials are complete, the printers will produce blood vessels for use as grafts in bypass surgery. With more research, it should be possible to produce bigger and more complex body parts. The printer works in a similar way to some of the rapid-prototyping

machines used in industry to make parts and mechanically functioning models. These work like inkjet printers, but with a third dimension. The advantage of using the

printer is that it eliminates the need for a scaffold, so doctors and researchers are experimenting with inkjet technology. Inkjet technology uses deposit droplets of polymer that fuse together to form a structure. The

looked segment of society: college students," said Higher Education Committee Chairman Senator Benjamin B. Downing. "The Patrick Administration should be congratulated for this long overdue benefit reorganization effort." "I applaud the Governor, Commissioner Freeland, Executive Director Kingsdale, and the presidents of the state and community colleges for seizing the opportunity provided by the state's Health Insurance Connector to develop a more comprehensive health care product for students at our state and community colleges at a price comparable to what they currently pay. Hopefully, this initiative will succeed and lead the way in the future for the University of Massachusetts and other higher education institutions in the state to participate." said Representative David M. Torrisi, House Chairman of the Joint Committee on Higher Education. "I am proud to have served on the Student Health Plan Steering Committee and to have contributed to a process that resulted in new and improved health insurance coverage for students," said Weverton T. Silva, student trustee at Bunker Hill Community College. "Because all of the campuses will purchase insurance as a group, students will get much better coverage including preventative care under this new plan."

machine uses stem cells extracted from adult bone marrow and fat as the precursors. These cells can be coaxed into differentiating many other types of cells by the application of appropriate growth factors. The cells are formed into droplets and contain 10,000-30,000 cells each. The droplets retain their shape and pass easily through the inkjet printing process.

It is astonishing to grasp the reality of being able to save lives by creating organs that function correctly and work properly. Technology has made a huge historical step, and time will only tell how many lives will be saved by this new machine.

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North Shore Uncensored

Medical Mystery:

New Column for Health Science

Primary Amoebic

Meningoencephalitis: No Treatment, No Cure.

amoebic Primary meningoencephalitis (PAM, or PAME) is a disease of the central nervous system caused by infection from Naegleria fowleri. Infection with Naegleria causes a brain infection that leads to the destruction of brain tissue. In its early stages, a Naegleria infection may be similar to bacterial meningitis. It also infects nasal mucosa and spreads to the brain. Initial symptoms of PAM start 1 to 14 days after infection. The initial symptoms include headache, fever, nausea, vomiting, and stiff neck. Later symptoms include confusion, lack of attention to people and surroundings, loss of balance, seizures, and hallucinations. After the start of symptoms, the disease progress-

es rapidly and usually causes death within 3 to 7 days. Naegleria is an ameba commonly found in warm freshwater and soil. Only one species of Naegleria infects people, Naegleria fowleri. Most infections are fatal. Naegleria infects people by entering the body through the nose. Generally, this occurs when people use warm freshwater for activities like swimming or diving. The amoeba travels up the nose to the brain and spinal cord where it destroys the brain tissue. Infections do not occur as a result of drinking contaminated water. Several drugs are effective against Naegleria in the laboratory. Treatment is not yet determined, and their effectiveness is unclear, since almost all infections have been fatal even

BY S.R

The North Shore Uncensored column in the North Shore Community College Pennon Newspaper will provide educated harm reduction responses and alternative options to students who have any questions related to sex, drugs, alcohol or any other health concerns.

when people were treated. Diagnosis is usually upon autopsy, although there have been survivors treated with amphotericin B.

This form of nervous system infection by amoeba was first documented in Australia in 1965. In 1966, four cases were reported in the USA. By 1968 the causative organism, previously thought to be a species of Acanthamoeba or Hartmanella, was identified as Naegleria. This same year, an outbreak of 16 cases was reported in Prague. In 1970, the species of amoeba was named Naegleria fowleri. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the virus has killed 36 people between 1995 and 2009 in the United States.

Readers of the column will submit their questions and concerns to via e-mail. All questions received to the e-mail will be written in the Pennon as the exact form they are sent in, but must grant editors’ license to edit for punctuation or length. The identities of those who submit questions will be kept confidential.

I was chosen to be a HEARRT (Health Education and Risk Reduction Team) Peer Leader in September of 2009. The team is responsible for discussing the concerns of youth members and educating them about safety. The experience, knowledge, and insights I have gained from being a HEARRT Peer Leader will be valuable resources to those seeking advice from the column.

Only I will directly answer the questions, and then formerly ask the students permission if their question is published. All responses concerning harm reduction, health, and safety will follow NSCC’s commitment to their students and their well-being.

***CAT Adoption Team although this place is located in Oregon the website gives the best information regarding pet needs and considerations for owning a pet. Furthermore, this site has something that none of the other sites have, a personality test that matches you with the best “felinality” so that you know what to look for in a cat’s description and initial meeting for the best chance at the adoption being a success. This is a MUST SEE if you are considering adoption

www.catadoptionteam.org This group works closely with petfinder.com

I look forward to working with you. Pennon@northshore.edu

Older Pets Continued from Page 2

The MSPCA shelter at Nevins Farm in Methuen has all pets offers all services and informat i o n http://www.mspca.org/adoption /methuen-nevins/

Located in Melrose has a few cats currently up for adoption and they all seem to be younger http://melrosehumanesociety.or g/

Graduates Names

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AUGUST 2009 James Albanese Nicholas Davenport Biscardi Jonathan R Bosley Lisa C Burke Daniel David Burns Richard Brian Cardavelli Jessica Lynn Carr Jillian Castro Michelle Lee Collum Arthur David Connors Jr Josh Cote Teresa De Los Santos Melissa DeJoy Lynn Marie Denis Samantha Dexter Victor DiFraia Ralph A DiVirgilio Jarrod C Douglass Michelle Duncan Donna Dzielnik Tiffany M Ekbatani Aline N Elad Abdelhak Elmalki Carla Luisa Fabian Leah may Falkowski Tracy Leigh Falls Laurel S Feraco Edward N Finglas Olesea Fiodorova Courtney E Frechette Brian Michael French Elizabeth J Fullerton (Grover) Lee Goldstein Wendy Lynn Gopsill Felippe Gorgati Christopher Albert Gravallese Marissa Elizabeth Hanson James T harkins Sharon Ann Hobby Jesse Edward Jensen Fabrice Kabasele Katembwe Rachid Kalim Brian Katz Kalee P Keilty Dorota Kubel Kathleen G Langley Zoe Ellen Larsen Rebecca Nicole Lawther Kristen A LeBlanc Jessica Lynne Legendre Erjon Lena Matthew Lindberg Ruth Louissaint Layheang Ly Timothy W Magner II Elmer I Majano Vittoria R Malatesta Jay Martel Jacqueline D McGlone Amado G Mejica Jr John J Monahan Jenny Montague Colette M Montoni Ryan M Morse Spencer Paul Morse Brenda A Pachucki Richard Alfred Palmer Jr Daniel J Pare Luis R Parrilla Justin R Perry Barbara Jean Pesaturo Francis William Pisani Edward A Preble Matthew R Quigley Elsy Estella Quintero Stephen Lawrence Rea Esther Reynoso Marco Ricciardi Jessica Diane Rondinelli Tatiana Rosario Jennifer Anne Rosati Rachel Sawyer Gordon E Sekegor Amandeep Singh

Sarah J Williams Brittney Marie Smith Daniel Adam Smith Timothy L Sullivan Ysaura Torres Enabulele Woghiren

JANUARY 2010 Seth R Achenbach Kenny Jean Alexis Evelyn Osariemen AmadasunHayes Emily Patricia Amaro Robert Daniel Amerault Ingrid M Anderson Giacomo G Argentino Lorector Ngelefack Asongwed Natallie Natasha Atkins George N Baker Joseph Barber William J Barrows Carmen M Beato Lisa Ryan Bernard Ross Gagnon Billings John M Bingham Jr Christopher Drew Blackwood Stephen M Blanchette Christopher Bouchard Nicholas P Bouzianis Jr Marie L Brady Patricia Burgess James Robert Burrell Carmen Calderon Todd R Calderwood Linda J Capistran Richard Brian Cardavelli Kimberly Cariani Molly Cavanagh Mackenzie Charles Linda M Che Tara Chisholm Deborah Ann Collins Jodi Lyn Collorone Ronald Colombo Patricia L Sozio Bethia Connaught Ann Connolly King Bridget Kathleen Crawford Lisa Ann Cristello Bornier Cruz Vanessa e Cruz Berlis Cuevas Christine Ann Dettore Queila Soares de Oliveira Libby A DeBoalt Robert Joseph DeCourcy Brittany DeFranzo Peter Dekeersmaeker Katie DePaolo Paul Jared DeSantis Ryan Deschene Lorraine Devine Robin DiChiara Trong Dinh Jody Dipesa Eric DiTonno Karen Lynn Driver Kompeak Eav Pia Ehlers Matthew Eline Nicole English Ashley Essenheimer Eric Faro Mary Jo Russo-Ficocello Clifford S Forcillo Robert A Ford lizabeth A Fortes Rachael Lynn Gaff Mayrobi Garcia Gissel Desirre Gonzalez Amanda Elizabeth Gordon Atlee Paul Greene Jr Patricia Griffith Julie M Guarino Mijal Gudka

Melanie Hall Kelly Rose Hart Thomas Robert Hartrey Jeffrey Hatch Stephen Doyle Hayes David J Heavey Roberta Ann Hennessey Hannah Chase Henrici Brian Robert Hughes Tanya Lynn Hughes Brandon Christopher Hyatt Thamily D Hygino Mallory Renne Jaracz Cameron Neal Richard Johnson Melinda J Johnson Boimah Jones Amanda Marie Judge Nanshanapa Kabadyundi Kimberly T Perry Kimberley B Kaufman James Edward Kennedy Lawrence Christopher Kennett Nicole J Kidney Jon Harold Kindler Leah Larkin Milton Laureano Jr Christopher Abraham Legere Loide Lemes Kayla Letham Anastasia Nikolaos Likousas Brian D Loehr Ghislaine Lormil Chanthoun Luk Pauline Elizabeth Lynes Justin J MacDonald Jessica Maioli Machado Oliveira Steven William Mahoney Laura Elaine Maldonado Jennifer E Martel Ashley Martins Stephanie L Maxwell Kelly McManus Michelle McNulty Richard Medeiros Jerrald Lewis Mendenhall Sean Patrick Merrigan Kaskasi S Mkusa Michelle Mongeon Stephanie R Moore Alexander James Muraca David Nadeau Andrew Peter Nieman Yemery Ntamuhanga Colleen Meghan O'Shea Amanda Nicole Oliveira Heather C Oliviero Nadia A Palladino Luis Raul Parrilla Sarah Patterson Ksenia Perlin Diane E Perrier Jena Miriam Perrotti Shane Joseph Petruzello Delourdes Philidor Andrew Ryan Pippy Grace E Poirier Janelle Loring Poussard Jacklyn Powers Gessy Prophete Lisa M Reid Kenan Resic Carmen J Reyes Teresa Rodriguez Erica Marie Rojas Christopher Alfonso Rosales Kathleen Jeanne Roy Brian Sabogal Alberto Sanchez Suzanne Santosuosso Heather Ann Sassone Vickie Marie Sawyer Johnny Say Malina Say Bret Michael Schettino

Linda Jane Scott Katharine A Shairs-Phillips David A Shinney Sotir Shuka Eric Sidlauskas Amy Sims Derek Smith Marc J Smorczewski Bryanna Erica Snow Jason A Sopp Nathan Miles Spinney Ian Robert St Pierre Shannon Killeen Stefano Deborah Stephanides Jude Sylvestre Nicole Thibodeau Linda J Thompson Heather Tinkham Gail Allison Upton Florence M Urban Carolina Elizabeth Velasquez Irina Velazquez Timothy A Walsh James H Waugh Daniel C Wilkinson Shannon R Winn Melissa Ann Witt Brian F Wolverton Benjamin M Wood Salvatore D Zarba

MAY 2010 GRADS Please note this is an incomplete list. This contains The grads entered by the time the Pennon went to print.

Aarika Cassandra Batista Aaron Scott Henderson Aaron Thomas Rendo Adam Austin Tillinghast Adam M Doane Adam Mendonsa Adriana Fisher Adrienne Laurano Ahlam Chehabi Alayne E Walako Alba Gissel Moreta Albert J Baldwin Alex Ciampa Alex Flavid Olson Alexander Dott Alison J Giacchino Alison Marie Rogers Allison C Doucette Allison Leigh Reynolds Alyssa Marie Dedrick Amanda J Bollen Amanda-Lee Carnevale Amber Renee Kaplan Amie Renay Nadeau Amy Baker Amy E Goodman Amy Elizabeth Martin Amy L Grzyboski Ana Colcord Ana S Perdomo Ana Soraida Nunez Andrea O'Callahan Andrew I Sullivan Andrew Mendonsa Andrew Ross Steadman Angel De Jesus Pena Angelica M Green Angelo Bartolomeo Gamarra Anke Oberberg Anna Kristina Solstad Johannessen AnneMarie Guzman Anthony J Tiro Anthony James Russo Anthony Jon Gregorio April K MacPhail Arrin Dean Rines Arthur Vito DiPaolo Jr

Ashley D Smith Ashley Doucette Ashley Elaine Rice Ashley Kristine Mallia Ashley Morgan Jennings Ashley Rose Pothier Ashley Smith Aurelia Vicente Arias Benjamin W Wright Bernard Mwangi Bernice Leone Bethany Danforth Bethany Marie Doane Bethany Martin Betty Jean Skinner Billie-Jo Medeiros Bisharrad Pacaud Bobbi Anne Silva Brahim Harima Brenda Ann Defeo Brenda Ivette Santiago Brenna Ann Kilgore Brianna Dorothy Hobbs Bridget G Walton Bridgett A Little Brittany A Clifford Brittany Ann Ohlson Bryna Hart Caitliln Zeuli Caitlin Elaine Caverly Caleb Michael Webb Callie Alisse Riera-Ansaldi Candice Joan Morgan Candice Noke Carleen M MacKay Carlena Canney Carolyn J Hoy Carolyn M Lee Casey Jarrod McCormack Caterina Sanfilippo Catherine Claire McDonough Catherine Mary Frontiero Celestina Rosario Celia Teixeira Charles Joseph Favalora Charles William Molinari Chasdity Coburn Chelsea A Blauvelt Chelsey Batchelder Cheri Couillard Cheryl A Comstock Cheryl Anne Quinn Cheryl Lambert Cheryl-Anne Johnson Chistopher Buckley Grace Christina Marie Gillespie Christina Marie MacMaster Christina Sara Colomba Christine Lisa Sabotka Christopher A Palazola Christopher R Peach Christopher W Marino Christopher William Perry Cindy Felix Clara Belle Raymond Clori Beth Thomson Cody Christopher Raponi Colin Bertrand Roy Corey David Williams Corinne DiBattista Cory S Marcinuk Courtney Considine Courtney Marie Nash Courtney Patrick Linehan Craig P Lynch Cristene Noelle Maher Crystal Anne Silva Crystal Gayle Tavares Crystal M Clark Crystal M Clark Cynthia Marie Bento Silveira Dana James Bollen Daniel Beals Daniel Jost Hillinger Danielle Elizabeth Caron

Danielle R DeLisio Danielle Theresa Sasso Daryl Lawrence Scott Van Straaten David A Proia David Ball David Sok Davon Murphy Dawn F D'Andraia Dawna L Matkevicius Deanna DiTroia Deanna J Serino Debora Taylor Deborah Catherine Walsh Deborah F Stephanides Deborah S Hoffman Deborah Theresa Oliver Debra A McElhiney Debra Ann Foster Deidre Ann Raimo Delfina Ramirez Delinois Marc Demetrio Soares Francisco Devin M Walsh Dhanisha Pandey Diane Hofhaug Djenabou Diallo Domingo L Ajtum Dominic Ambrose Verga Donna M Nolan Dung Kim Nguyen Dusty J Farris Edeline Kauvil-Senat Edis Miljevic Edwin Navas Efe Jerry Ewansiha Efstratios Saradeas Eileen Claire Girard Elizabeth Ann O'Toole Elizabeth Ann Price Elizabeth Anne Kelleher Elizabeth Barry Elizabeth Buckley Elizabeth Kamau Elizabeth Kugel Elizabeth Morse Schroot Eljonida Kurti Emily Teresa Jovel Eric Faro Eric J Cassie Eric T Ciulla Erica Lyn Testa Eriko Houlette Erin Donahue Erin Elizabeth Sullivan Errin Doane Silva Estefany Pujois Eunice Kihara Euripides Kodomanolis Evan M Shea Evelyn M Portrait Ewa Koczkodon Fagne Melo De Souza Faith Zellner Fallyn Elizabeth Dobrusin Feliciana Soto Florance M Guerrier Francine M Makuwa Frederick C Boudreau Jr Gene R Scholefield Genevieve Josephine Gibbons Gina L Galvin Gina Marie Doyle Glendaliz Torres Greg J Moreau Jr Gregory Alan Davis Heather Leigh Fallman Heather Marie Rubin Heather Maureen Buffum Heidi J Tucker Hillary E Sanborn Holly Lynn Parker Howard C Hildreth Hyukjin Kwon Iliana Arzola Iliana Ivelisse Arzola Inga Lam Gustavsen Jaclyn Anne Bunney Jaclyn Elizabeth Pierce Jacqueline Weekes Jacsonn Jean Jaime A Ajtum Roche James David Proctor-Wall James R Fields

James Wiliam Cordwell Jr James Wylde McAllister Janine Modugno Jason John Costoplus Jason Richard Sigman Jeanne A Gangi Jeanne S Brown Jeff R Kendall Jeffrey E Baker Jeffrey Maniscalco Jeffrey Mark Gelinas Jeffrey N Orender Jeffrey Wheeler Jennifer Anne Winget Jennifer Braga Reis Jennifer L Greenberg Jennifer Lynn George Jennifer Lynn Michielsen Jennifer M McCarthy Jennifer M Severino Jennifer Marie DeLeo Jennifer Marie Giarrusso Jennifer Sovie Jerrika N Vega Jessica Gallant Jessica Hester Jessica L Crowley Jessica L Oxley Jessica Matus Jill Gridley Jill Suzanne Pastorello Jillian Rose Lunde Joan Ann McLaren Joanna Marie Filetto Joanne Mary Schisler Joey L Teixeira John Catania John Joseph Capo John M Drieze John Mading Mach John Michael Casey Jonathan N Bourque Jonathan Vivace Jordan Michael Smith Jordan Stephen DeSisto Josephe Maloney Joshua Daniel Horgan Joshua K Ortiz Joshua K Wingate Julie Ann Mason Julie M Pacheco Junior A Ysalguez Justina L Hebert Kaitlyn J Standley Kara L O'Connell Karen A Sousa Karen Bea Goulakos Karen Cripps Karen Elaine Murray Karen J Lupo Karen Marie DiGilio Karen Waystack Karin Lynn Casey Kasondra E Claffey Kate Elizabeth Ryan Katelyn T McAllister Katharine Brice Katherine E Krech Katheryne A Poehler Kathleen A Ulrich Kathleen Marie Campbell Kathryn Ann Macleod Kathryn Bridget Spoon Kathryn Marie Gentile Keith Poole Kelby Andino Kellie Higginbotham Kelly Ann McQuaid Kelly Ann Schacht Kelly E Whiting Kelly Hayward Kelly M Skanes Kelly Michelle Rockwood Kelly Sue Caudill Kelsey Hutchinson Kerri Kuklinski KerriAnne Cronin Kevin Arthur Foley Kevin E Jollimore Kevin Michael Castelli Kevin Muise Kevin R Swindle Kimberly J Spooner Korvachei Hernandez

Kristen Curcuru Kristen Lee Rich Kristen M Ouellette Kristen Zarella Kristin Jean Siegel Kristin M Pisco Kristina Marie Richards Kristine King Kristy Lee DeFilippo Krystal A Silva Krystina Sawyer Larry Eav Laura Ann Emma Nimblett Laura Anne Leatherwood Laura F Mytkowicz Laura J Couillard Laura Jean Rowe Laura Juliano Laura L Balzarini Laurel Massey Lauren Amorello Lauren Cannarozzo Lauren Elizabeth Gray Lauren M Doucette Lauren Michelle Pastori Laurena Carale Morehead Leidy Viviana Quiceno Leigh Anne Trueira Leza M Brantley Linda Bugugu Linda E Quigley Linda J Carter Lindsay Hodsdon Lisa Ann McDonough Lisa Jean Tkachuk Lisa M Davis Lisa Marie Rooney Lisa Marie Tammaro-Kiefer Lisa Talluto Loring Elizabeth Gotschall Lourdes A Ayala Rivera Luis F Nunes Luisa I Artone Lynne Martin Manuela L Santos Marcus Stephen Canestaro Margaret Murley Maria C Gildea Maria Carmen Vasquez Maria Celata Maria Cronin Maricelys Torres Marie Madelione Nanshanapa Kabadyundi Marilyn E Jollimore Marisa S Bianchi Marjorie J Grace Marko Coric Martha Delacruz Mary Arsenault Mary Deirdre York Mary E Parga Mary L Dyce Mary Sullivan Maryvett Milagro Tello Matthew Eline Matthew Haley Matthew J St Pierre Matthew Jay Sussman Matthew Lewis Rollins Matthew Paul Martin Matthew S Carroll Maureen E Burrell Max Charles Mayana Pithon Brito Souza Meagan Huber Meaghan M Reckis Megan Anne Goddard Melchizedek Gichure Melissa A DeJoy Melissa Ann Kearney Melissa Anne Carter Melissa DiMercurio Melissa Jones Melissa Lee Mahoney Melissa M Dixey Melissa Oliveira Melissa Vincent Mendy S Garron Mentor A Maksutaj Michael Anthony Orlando Michael Anthony Rando Michael Barker Michael David Eaton

Michael David Gelineau Michael J Sullivan Michael James Kelleher Michael Nicholas Addonizio Michael Parris Michael Parris Michelle Andrews Michelle L Fournier Michelle Mytkowicz Migdalia Roman Miscal Vilsaint Monieke Nikole McNeil Monique T Lefebvre Morris Torres Moussa Harima Nancy A Barker Nancy Wickstrom Lane Naomi L Olofson Natallie Natasha Atkins Nathan T Murphy Nathan Tanzie Neil T Siwik Nicholas Domenico Cristiano Nicholas J DeSousa Nicholas Joseph Hood Nicolas D Calise Nicolas J Angi Nicole Argentina Bonilla Nicole Leeann Vanya Nicole Leigh Ouimet Nicole Marie Cennami Nicole Short Nicolette M Saraceni Noah James Bradley Noreen M D'Entremont Normary Marichal Olga Sergeeva Olivia Carmen Studley Osasu Okunbor Pamela Amicy Pamela Freeman Pamela J O'Donnell Patricia A Howard Patricia Ann Herrick Patricia Lane Macaluso Patrick J Kelley Patti A Donovan Paul A Miller Pauline E Lynes Peter Taormina Peter Truong Peter Vespa Piper Chambers Rachel Tavanne Hoover Raul Barrios Raymond James McKinley Rebecca Ann Menton Rebecca F DeRosa Regina Aparedica BuFaino Reginald L Lowe Regine Delonnay Regine Romelus Rena Andreottola Reynaldo Pepen Rhys Dylan Thomas Richard Arthur Malley Richard E Hurcombe Richard Thomas Kelly Jr Roald Osvold III Robert A Hoxie Robert B Furtado Jr Robert D Fortin Robert Edward Capossela Robert Edward Crowther Jr Rohanie D Jaikaran Ronald Arthur LeMay Ronald E Ciampa Jr Rosa Harris Rosita Elizabeth DeChalus Roszaini A.R. Sharaai Ryan Nichole Tilton Ryan P Gill Sabina S Petersen Sabrina R Fellah Saindy Sim Sally A Zwiercan Sally Earley Sally McDonald Samantha R D'Agostino Samuel Adam Easthope Samuel L Gaudet Sandra I Iheuwa Sarah A Nadeau Sarah E MacDonald

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Sarah Garvey Sarietha Lanna Im Sean Robert Dubois Seema Khatoon Shaina M Pilz Shanna R Gunn Shannon M Pavia Shannon Marie Dropski Shawn Matthew Hartigan Shawn Schryer Sheena Brandano Sheena Nicole Alexander Sheila A Roman Sherley Belizaire Shirley J Gil Shondra Shahin Sinead Dowd Sopara Chan Sophia Lynn Burda Staci-Ann Herlihy Stacie A Stephanides Star Leavitt Bellagamba Stefanie J Belcher Stephanie Kathleen Baker Stephanie Lee McQueeney Stephanie Marie Robinson Stephanie Teresa Almeida Stephen A Jones Stephen Doyle Hayes Steven Gendall Steven Richard Angelo Steven Silipigni Suada Baliqi Suela Balla Susan Elizabeth DeBenedictis Susan M Moeller Susan V Stratton Tammy Rose Benson Tanya Lee Gilford Tanya Renee Valente Tara June Korinko Tash Montgomery Burt Tasia Clemenzi Teresa Jean Denis Thavra Net Theodore William O'Hagan Theophanis Tsiliphanos Theresa Marie Soundis Thomas Henry Fitzgerald Thomas L Weyler Thomas Michael Hogan Thomas Pierce Thomas S Brancaleone Jr Timothy Degen Kelly Timothy Edward Bernard Timothy K Devaney Tina Marie Nelson Tonya V Wallace Travis Michael Earle Trina Particelli Ty C Rucker Tyler Chafe Tyler H Cook Udom Bin Vanessa Melanson Vanessa Pinho Correia Victoria L Hassam Vivian P Souza Viviana Narcela Florez Sosa Wade David Sutherland Wade M Dyce Warlley S Coelho Wesley Rocha Fornero Whitney Michelle Sutherland William Lawrence Lawless William Michael Crowley Sr William R Needham Jr Yeimy Frias Braddy Yolanda L Padilla-Arroyo Yolanda Yamil Marte Villa Youngnam Kim Yuliana mercedes Batista Zachary Adam Carey Zeigler O'Neal White II Zorica Jovic

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Send us your opinion about anything! Up to 500 words. Preferably in MS Word Document. Send to pennon@northshore.edu or drop off at any Student Life Office or The Pennon Office (DM 124). It will be edited for spelling and grammar. Opinions and editorials are not necessarily those of The Pennon.

Enduring Torture Silent Agony

BY:GREG RUSSO

Imagine being just born and playing happily with your mother, playing with your brothers and sisters, eating and learning. Then one day, all of a sudden you are shot by a dart or captured by a net. Suddenly ,when you come to, you are in a cage no bigger than your whole body. You can’t even move. It is torturous, baking in the hot sun; has been hours since you had any nourishment. Then you are drugged again; only this time, when you come to, you are in a very small cage, where you cannot move. You are lucky not to die of infection; you are not given pain killers by your captors. You face an early death, little nourishment, enduring terrible pain, day in and day out. You constantly scream as you try to move and break free. You are left alive so that your body fluid can be sucked out a rusty tube and/or your body is cut opened so that it can be used for the ancient art of Asian cultural traditional medicine. Your captors sell you body fluid. Your captors rip off your teeth and your claws so they keep you live as long as possible so you keep production running smoothly. You are a species of animal that is indigenous to Asia,You are a virtually unknown species, unlike the panda bear (wich is revered by the culture). They call your species Moon Bear.

According to the Humane Society of United States, bile acid—ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA)—has been popular in TCM for about 3,000 years. Unfortunately for them, bears produce more of it than any other mammal. Bile is excreted

by the liver and stored in the gallbladder, from which it is released into the stomach to help digest food. Bear bile is marketed as a treatment for a staggering array of human maladies, from cardiac illness to impotence to sore eyes.

The barbaric, unimaginable, systematic harvesting in China have started a sanctuary for recovered Moon bears. The government still sanctions this tourture, but forces smaller illegal operations to shut down.

Today even in our own country we have an ongoing debate about animal experimentation for human life in the field of medicine versus the life and dignity of animals. Do animals deserve to be held captive and/or controlled? Moon bears, aka Bile bears, do deserve to live with dignity. The advances in medicine continue, whereas culture and traditional medicine is important, including some traditional practices like acupuncture. The key for success is media exposure.

It does not matter what an animal looks like. There are numerous animals and creatures that do not enjoy celebrity status. There are plenty of virtually unknown animals that are fastly approaching extinction, like the Moon Bear (which I did not know existed until a few years ago).

For more information, see Animals Asia Foundation’s short YouTube video about the commercial barbaric use of these animals, and check out Animals Asia Foundation www.animalsasia.org

Tom Wait’s vs. the Industry: How true artistic innovation clashes with popularity.

BY CHRIS RICCI In the world of music, there has been an artist who has released incredibly structured and well produced albums since the early seventies. His work has inspired artists like Bob Dylan and has even earned him a Grammy award here and there. His name is Tom Waits. His name doesn’t necessarily ring a bell; his albums rarely chart, his music doesn’t air often on the radio, he keeps mostly to himself, and yet he has released Grammy awardwinning music. He also has a resume that rivals most of the artists popular today. Why is an artist like Tom, who is so musically inclined, not receiving the mass attention that he surely deserves?

In short, the industry is flawed; even though they claim they are for the musician, they are defiantly out for their o w n wallets when it comes to the music they prom o t e . E v e n though Tom Waits is an example of a pure musician when it comes to his songwriting and production, the industry doesn’t push music of his. This can be attributed to a few different things that he is lacking in their eyes; Waits seems to lack a relatable music style, simplicity, and sex appeal. Oddly enough, these all correlate with one another so if you don’t exhibit one, you can’t possibly make it.

In the early nineties, the hugely popular band “New Kids on the Block” became an overnight sensation. The success of this boy-band propend the formation of groups like the Backstreet Boys, N*SYNC, 98 Degrees, OTown and Hansen (to name a few). These groups also sold records hand-over-fist and propelled to stardom. Random music firestorms like this happen all the time; you take an ini-

tially popular concept (in this case, a boy-band) and decide to ride the coattails of this fad. Even though this sounds ridiculous, it’s entirely true. If you see someone doing something which results in them acquiring a fortune, of course you’ll try it out. The only downside is that there’s a pseudo-capsizing point where people are overwhelmed by the amount of imitators that they decide it’s not worth following a knock-off act, and move on to something different. Even though it sounds stupid to go for a quick ride that will surely end, it’s still earned these artists millions of record sales and have resulted in them, more o r

being set for life.

less,

It’s readily apparent today that the masses are drawn to very simple songs; a generic 4/4 pop/dance song with an ABAB/CDCD rhyme scheme. Writing a simple song like this is not only easy, but safe because it’s rather hard to mess something like that up. However, this structure is slowly becoming more than a security blanket; it’s becoming the norm. Artists see how well silly simple songs sell and think “hey, I can do that!” and just release mindless pop-tunes whilst holding back their true artistic talent. Take for example the Grammy award winning

song “I Gotta Feeling” by the Black Eyed Peas. A simple four minute song in 4/4 time with a constant bass beat playing underneath the most uninspired and repetitive set of lyrics so far this decade. And yet this song not only won a Grammy award but also sold over five million units in the United States alone.

Sex appeal is surely one of the more heavily weighted attributes regarding the industry. The mindset they have is that if the artist is aesthetically pleasing and can actually sing/perform, then they have a double deal. This is nothing but the truth; a bestselling musical artist will all of a sudden become a big fan of drinking Pepsi or driving Toyotas. The kicker is that the fans will become more drawn to these products, more so if the products entail some sort of prize regarding an artist (EG, drink six Doctor Peppers for your chance to m e e t

Beyonce). Because of a certain reward or just because they see a sexy and popular artist promoting it, masses are drawn to these products and viceversa; maybe a casual Pepsi drinker sees a picture of Fergie on his can and wonders “Hmm, I wonder who this is” which could, in turn, result in more record sales.

Now, where does Tom Waits stand in this? Tom’s eccentric persona and on-stage presence certainly isn’t easy to emulate and surely won’t allow him to be the ‘frontman’ to the next big ‘boyman’. His almost impenetrable songwriting and unorthodox lyrics are far from simple, resulting in a clash with almost all of the popular music today. Seeing that the sixty year-old musician is known for his very rugged and awkward appearance, it’s hard to imagine him promoting soft drinks (maybe whiskey and Hummers, but Continued on Page 10

Time For A Movement

By Robert Knapp

Back in 2003, when I was president of the Gay/Straight Alliance in my high school, I promised to promote human rights and equal treatment for all. Now I think it is time that the military looked at its “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy, which was enacted by Bill Clinton back in 1994. I am not saying that the military should host gay pride parades, but at least eliminate the fear that military personnel will not be discharged over something that should not even be a big deal in the early 21st century.

Colon Powell, who was Secretary of State during the Bush administration, had said in 2009 “this is a policy that should be reviewed.”

A Zogby International poll that was conducted in 2006 indicated that 73% of military personnel have no discomfort with serving in the armed forced with gay people.

A poll released by the Washington Post in 2008 indicated that 75% of votes feel that gay people have a right to serve in the military. This includes 80% of Democrats, 75% of Independents, and 66% of Conservatives (Republicans).

66% of people surveyed in February of 2010 by Quinnipiac University national poll, believe that the current “Don’t Ask Don’t Tell” policy is discrimination.

Former Senator (R-AZ) Barry Goldwater (1909-1998), who in his right was more of a Libertarian, had said that “everyone knows that gays and lesbians have served honorably in the military since at least the time of Julius Caesar.” In February of 2005, The GAO (Government Accounting Office) estimates that almost a quarter of a billion dollars have been spent from 1994 to 2003 to remove and replace discharged homosexual people from the military.

It is time to finally get this point across: gay people and straight people have at least one thing in common with each other in the United States military. They are all American. Everyone who is patriotic wants to serve the country in their own way, whether to serve in the military or to do other things like start their own business and get the American people back to work! I know a few people in the military that have been closeted to not talk about their sexual orientation.

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many head of household had never attained in my village. I can honestly tell you that pencils were still the basic instruments for writing, and I had never seen a pen, not until I first entered the airport to travel to the US and was asked to sign my name. I was provided with a pen for the first time; I was in awe and wandered how it worked. It very funny to me nowadays, but those little things are what keeps me up at night, just thinking of where I was and where I am now. It lets me understand how lucky I am.

As we entered the United States, my mom went back to school and received her high school diploma; I remember that day like it was yesterday. I remember that all I could do was to beam with pride because my mom became a general education equivalency recipient at the ripe age of 46 years old. She studied for seven years to get that diploma. She faced all odds. She studied at night and took care of me during the day. When things seemed impossible, she pushed on further. If people would tell her she would fail, she brush them off and never lost hope. I have taken what my mother taught me, right to my student government and higher education boards. My mom has always been my greatest source of inspiration and more than food and shelter, she gave me strength, and showed me that with patience and perseverance I could conquer anything. As I faced my own challenges as a representative of my student body, her example has kept me going. Now, I follow on her footsteps and although the world says I cannot do it, I say I can.

Today, I have the unique privilege to be the first person in my family, from any generation, to have gone to college. It has been a great first few years, but the most important lessons I learned during my first year as college freshman did not take place inside the classroom. Instead, I submerged myself in an array of extracurricular and volunteering opportunities that my Student Government Association provides every student with at North Shore Community College. To this day, I have taken advantage of nearly every resource currently available to me, but without question SGA has allowed me to see the opportunities that lay ahead of me. Last semester, I became a senator in SGA, and I was granted the privilege to represent my student body. Recently, this semester, I was selected to become chief justice of the school’s Judicial Board. But with all my achievements, I still don’t understand why people don’t want to take part in their student government. Just like back in my parents’ country, if you don’t take part, they will

take your rights from you. People who are not in Student Government often assume that it’s basically a “fake government,” that students pretend to be public officials, arguing for the sake of argument, clinging to titles that make them feel important, doing nothing meaningful. It’s an understandable assumption, because many student governments, especially at community colleges, really are about learning how to lead rather than actually leading.

North Shore’s student government is completely different. SGA members build relationships, take risks, envision campus changes and make them happen. They also organize people and resources to build and sustain programs, work in teams, and communicate across differences. SGA members help shape campus policy and challenge campus offices to serve students well. SGA members work to find ways to support student organizations to the greatest extent they can. As a member of my student government, we are currently attempting to correct urban poverty in our campuses and environmental degradation within our community, with the knowledge that working together, we can make a difference. Now that you know my story, I welcome you to write your own. There are many ways to get involved with North Shore Community College’s Student Government Association. Here are a few ways how!

Fall Elections: In the fall, elections for residential senate and any unfilled senate positions will be up for election by vote of the student body. For information on open positions, contact your student Life office in either Lynn or Danvers right at the beginning of the semester. Spring Elections: In the spring, elections for Student Body President, Student Body Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and student trustee Positions will take place. Please return to this newspaper for more information on those elections for 2010-2011 later in the year. Committees: Committees are set up and run by members of the Executive Committee, but senators are welcome to represent. A full list of committees, meeting times, and locations are available at each meeting twice a week during the school year. Anyone and everyone is invited to attend SGA meetings. Public Meetings: These meetings are informational, full of discussion, and, as always, open to the public. We invite you to attend to air your concerns, ask questions, and see what your student government is doing for you!

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GOODBYE, NORTH SHORE COMMUNITY COLLEGE!

By Zachary Carey My readers, it is my regret to announce that this is my final column for the Pennon. It has been a pleasure to have my opinions and views published here over the past two years and I will cherish these memories for years to come. With this being my final semester at North Shore Community College, I felt it was only appropriate to reflect back on my tenure here and relate my story.

When I began at NSCC in the fall of 2007, I was still trapped in my awkward phase and had yet to break out. Sure, my grades for the first two semesters were stellar, there’s no disputing that, but I was unsatisfied with my social life and needed to make some major improvements. Coming from a high school where I had no friends or contact with the opposite sex, I was determined to right the wrongs of the past.

The fall of 2008 was a reawakening period for me, as I began to reassess my life and started to become more sociable with other students, especially females. You no doubt already know that I am a loyal fan of Hooters. I owe a huge part of my social success to the sweet ladies who work there for their helping me overcome my social obstacles. Sure enough, I started making real friends that semester, both at Hooters and at North Shore. Today, I have more friends and acquaintances than I ever did before, and I have no doubts that I will continue to form meaningful friendships at Endicott College.

There are several fine professors here whom I’d like to thank for answering my questions, assisting me with homework, taking the time to make special accommodations for me, and just being upstanding individuals. They are, in no particular order, Warland Hersey, Ernesto Oregel, Jennifer Fitzgerald,

Janis Soferr, Russell Green, Sheldon Brown, Scott Mellon, and Judy Carter. Should any of the aforementioned happen to read this, I’d like you to know that it was a pleasure to learn from you and that I enjoyed your classes and company very much. Thank you for being such learned, wonderful instructors, and may you all continue to succeed at what you do! I must also make room for the terrific Disability Services staff at the Lynn campus. Aaron Ferguson and Lisa Toft are both very compassionate, understanding individuals that can always be trusted. It’s always exciting to catch up with them on my progress in classes and my outside life. It goes without saying that I’ll miss Aaron and Lisa once I leave North Shore Community College for Endicott. Their advice and support are greatly appreciated. For my fellow Aspies (anyone who has Asperger’s Syndrome) or anyone with a disability, take it from me: whenever you run into a conflict that you need to talk over with someone, don’t hesitate to make appointments with Aaron and Lisa. You’ll be in good hands with them.

This place has served as an excellent training ground for me, both as a student and as a journalist. The negative memories will fade away and the positive ones will stick with me forever. Lastly, I’d like to give a shout out to Peaceman (a.k.a. Wayne Knight). Wayne, it’s always nice to chit-chat with you before and after classes. I’ll make sure to spread the word of peace at Endicott College. It’s been a fun ride here but unfortunately it’s coming to a conclusion. Anyway, it was a thrill to take classes at NSCC and I’ll continue to make academic and social strides at Endicott College. So long everyone, and be safe!

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Environmental Studies Continued from Page 1

ronmental studies programs or for emerging green jobs, such as coordinators, sustainability green construction jobs, retrofitting and energy auditors. The second is a science tract, which will prepare students for transfer into environmental science programs. The science tract will concentrate on introductory science courses such as chemistry, biology, ecology, statistics and microbiology.

The college is already offering more than twenty two “green curriculum courses” and will be adding about ten new ones each year for students to pick and choose from. The Environmental Studies program will begin this fall with a new overview course “Introduction to Sustainable Living” (IDS 166). This course will be offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays in Danvers and will be team taught by professors Joe Modugno and Greg Reppucci.

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Tom Wait’s vs. the Industry Continued from Page 8

certainly nothing that the masses [especially young Americans] would be drawn too). So why, if he surely can’t get his way into popular music (which means that he won’t receive as much money as, say, The Backstreet Boys), does Tom even bother release music? The answer is simple; artistic integrity.

The music Tom releases is true to himself, and he wouldn’t have it any other way. He writes his songs, he chooses who plays on the songs with him, he produces his music; and at the end of the day, can safely say that the song he releases is entirely his. Mass attention obviously isn’t a big deal to him, since as stated before; it requires you to conform to a strange mold that is negotiated by the industry.

The Green Curriculum Project was created to enlist faculty members that would incorporate their environmental knowledge into the workings of the future. Coordinators for the project are English Professor Joe Modugno, Professor of Natural Science Greg Reppucci, along with Warren Ford, Barbara Ikalainen, and others. After three years, all of the pieces are

in place. The project has become a great success.

There are over a million “green collar” jobs created each year. NSCC has taken significant steps in becoming a part of it all. Students will now have the opportunity to learn what they need to know in this new Environmental Studies degree program so that they can begin a career in this always expanding field of study. The future is green; will you have the skills and knowledge to be on the cutting edge?

If students have any questions about the new program or the new course, they should contact either Joe in Lynn, extension or jmodug6276 no@northshore.edu or Greg in Danvers, extension 4375 or greppucc@northshore.edu.

Education for Sustainability is becoming a universally implemented framework for Americans who hope to make our world systematically greener. Jamie P. Cloud, president of the Cloud Institute for Sustainability, came up with a list of “system dynamics” (below) that conform your thinking to EFS “Habits of Mind.” - Understanding of systems as the context for decision making - Intergenerational responsi-

HAITI Continued from page 3

and Dean of Students Lloyd Holmes officiated over distribution of a wide array of raffle prizes to many happy winners.

He isn’t out to make a buck; he’s out to create artwork that’s purely him without any outward influence.

Tom Waits isn’t the only musician with this mindset. There are plenty of artists out there releasing music true to them that isn’t restricted by the mass media. Sure, they won’t break the top 40 or be featured on the next big Pepsi billboard, but they will still act as artists and an inspiration for other musicians who are nervous of the looming music business which is turning off musicians. Some artist now are scared of failure if they don’t stick with a preset norm but musicians like Tom Waits serve as an example that artistic expression shouldn’t be restricted by someone other than the artist.

bility - Mindfulness of and skillfulness with implications and consequences - Protection and enhancement of the Commons - Awareness of driving forces and their implications and consequences - Assumption of strategic responsibility - Ability to shift paradigms in response to new knowledge and applied insights

The volunteer organizing committee hopes to continue NSCC efforts to support PIH in Haiti, so anyone interested in helping out should contact Lisa Milso, Director of Student Life (x6242) or Diana Kerry, Public Policy Institute (x2105). “Building Back Better” in Haiti is a long-term commitment. Pictured: To the left Maria Merced.

Benefit was a resounding success, thanks to the many generous contributions of members of the community. Participants enjoyed singing and poetry, and danced to the tunes of Julio Bare, the Historic Hysteria Band, and Lois Lane and the Daily Planets, who blew the crowd away. A delicious dinner was donated by Kevin’s Bar and Grille of Lynn, and Haitian artwork on display was loaned by Claire Jean Mary, a local art agent. EmCee at the event was Will Dowd, MACC A m e r i C o r p s * V I S TA Coordinator with Student Life,

Below: Louis Lane & the Daily Planet. Historic Hysteria Band, Juilo Bare and Friends

Volcanic Ash Troubles Iceland

BY: NELSON BAKER

About 75 miles east of Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland, a volcano erupted near the Eyjafjallajoekull glacier. Its last eruption was in 1821, which

spouted lava and ash for more than a year. On April 15th, the impact of the latest volcanic blast drove a plume of ash upwards of 36,000 feet into the sky, making air travel impossible for millions of people all over the world. Volcanic ash consists of tiny particles of rock and glass that form during a volcanic eruption. It creates something similar to a sandstorm for pilots, wiping out all visibility. Even more frightening, if the ash is lodged into one of the plane turbines, the engine could shut down completely. Needless to say, all flights stopped in that region of Europe. Thousands of travelers

became stranded. Business meetings were cancelled. Over 500 people were evacuated for safety precautions. European airlines lost over $2 billion, and there is no assurance that the volcano will not continue to

erupt, causing further damage.

As an alternative, people are traveling by ferry or train, and these industries have seen an immediate jump in ticket sales. People are working out their problems, finding other ways to continue doing what they have to do. Gradually, it seems, things are falling back into place.

One other thing that remains a concern is wind direction. If the wind picks up or changes its course, volcanic ash could cause further disruptions in the UK. This is being monitored, as well as any future eruptions. "We are getting to the stage now when we are good at being able to predict when volcanoes are going

to erupt," said Dr Dougal Jerram, of Durham University's Department of Earth Sciences. "We know when things are going to happen. What is difficult to predict or understand is how long a volcanic eruption is

going to go on for. Establishing an end point is one of the difficult problems.”

Scottish experts say that the eruption was not large enough to cause climate changes. If it were much greater of a volcanic burst, things may have been different. The World Health Organization warns that the dust in the air could affect people with respiratory problems, but experts say that “only a very high exposure” could cause any real harm.

BY ANTHONY HARRIS

Like all of you, I’ve watched the world around me change in a million ways as I’ve grown up. I’ve lived through four Presidents, Y2K, 9/11, Hurricane Katrina, and the other earth-shattering events of our time. I’ve seen fads like Pogs, Goosebumps, Beanie Babies, and Razor scooters come and go. I’ve experienced first-hand the rise of the Internet, cell phones, iPods, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, and all the other networking gadgetry of today.

and VH1 (aka the cultural abyss), it’s become a way of life. Take “My Super Sweet 16” for example. The girls on this show take selfishness and materialism to new heights. They all seem to think they’re the only people on earth and they deserve a magnificent, celebrity-laden party as a birthright. The sense of entitlement is nauseating. Why do their parents go out of their way to please these little brats? And why would anyone want to watch this?

Naturally, some of these developments have been more beneficial to society than others. Progress seems to be a doubleedged sword – for every amazing new technology, there’s a new problem it creates. One trend that I’ve found particularly unsettling is the rapid deterioration in the quality of television. Doting mothers and intellectuals have been bemoaning the ills of TV since time immortal. But it seems to me that when the Kardashians get a second

Somewhere along the line, it became socially acceptable for tabloids to pry into every aspect of celebrities’ lives and expose their dirty laundry for the entire world to see. Shows like TMZ and E! News once again leave me asking why people watch this. And whenever a high-profile celeb like Anna Nicole Smith or Michael Jackson dies, the media throws off any semblance of class or restraint and goes absolutely bonkers. Why do we put up with this? Since when is nothing sacred and everything fair game for the paparazzi? Yes, these people are

show on E!, the state of TV has reached critical mass.

famous, but they’re also human beings with a right to privacy.

Congress isn’t the only one rewarding bad behavior these days. For networks like MTV

So what can we do to turn the tide? Simple: stop watching. As long as people tune in to this garbage, the networks will keep making it. If you’re going to watch TV, try a quality show like “The Office.” I’ll take funny actors over real-life idiots any day.

European airlines will need to make some adjustments to counter their losses, and as our airlines did after September 11th, they will figure it out over time. Nobody is doubting that.

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The Idiot Box

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So-called “reality” programs are among the worst offenders. The genre may have started innocently enough with “The Real World” and “Survivor”, but it has turned out to be a slippery slope. Here’s the standard formula for these shows: find a bunch of people with no shame or morals, throw them in a house together, encourage them to act like degenerates, possibly for some awesome reward such as becoming Paris Hilton’s BFF, and film the ensuing antics. For me, it doesn’t get any worse than “Wife Swap,” a program that seeks out the dregs of society. I detest everything about this show, from the obnoxious narrator to the horrible parents who put their kids through such a pointless ordeal.

I find it supremely tacky how Lifetime turns every real-life scandal or soap opera into a lame TV movie. “The Pregnancy Pact?” “The Clark Rockefeller Story?” Isn’t it bad enough that the media has already covered these stories to death at the expense of reporting things that actually matter? Speaking of the media, something is seriously wrong when both Fox News and CNN broadcast a Tiger Woods press conference live. It’s nobody’s business, it’s irrelevant, it’s not important, and it’s not news.

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Movie Review: Date Night

BY: NICK STILIANOS Rated: PG-13 (for sexual and crude, language, some violence, and a drug reference) 3 out of 4 stars Everyone has a special night that they will remember for a long time, whether it be a prom night or a “Date Night.”

Director Shawn Levy, (Cheaper by the Dozen, and the Night at the Museum movies) takes us on a first and only time experience that an ordinary couple from New Jersey will never for-

two guys come to their table wanting to talk with them. They go into the alley outside where these two mysterious guys asked them “Did you really think you could steal from Joe Miletto (mobster boss)?” Phil and Claire think that it is all just a joke, until one of the guys threatens them at gunpoint demanding the flash drive back that the real Tripplehorns took.

When they lied to them about where they hid it, they were able to escape and get help.

Jamie Kennedy Performs in Salem

BY NELSON BAKER

His first visit to Salem, actor/comedian Jamie Kennedy performed at the O’Keefe Center at Salem State College on Friday, March 26. Not only does he do stand-up, he is a writer, producer, and voice impressionist. You probably know him best from his role as Randy Meeks in “Scream”, and is currently in the series “Ghost Whisperer” and “The Cleveland Show.” Kennedy has appeared in a long list of films over the years, and is rumored to be reprising his role in the upcoming “Scream 4”. While Kennedy was preparing backstage, Emily Marte, a Salem State College student, surprised us by taking the stage for a few minutes. She did a solid job, without a doubt, stirring up the audience preceding the main event.

get in this comedy-crime that will make you have second thoughts for your second date.

Phil and Claire Foster, (Steve Carell and Tina Fey) a married couple living in Jersey, taking care of two kids, and living in a rut need to change things in their lifestyle. One night every week, they have a “date night” where they go to the same steakhouse restaurant, go to a movie, and then come home. This time they decide to go into Manhattan to a fancy restaurant for a change; the problem with that though is that they cannot get a table.

No problem! Instead they steal someone else’s reservation who have not shown up to the restaurant under the name Tripplehorn. The first hour or so everything was going fine until

However, the police were of no help so they sought help from Holbrooke Grant (Mark Wahlberg); a colleague who is also a security expert to track down the Tripplehorns and get what they need to save their lives. So with them in the Big Apple, people wanting them dead, and the couple pissed off for stealing their reservation, this special night turns out to be a night of mistaken identity, car chases, shootouts, and full of hilarious back-to-back comic bickering dialogue.

The lesson of this movie is simple: “Make your own reservations when going out and do not steal someone else’s!” Why, because you do not know anything about them or if they have done any illegal business.

Shivering, Kennedy began his performance talking about how cold it is here in New England. He told us that earlier in the day he took a walk around Salem, “thought that it would be nice to go a little further, and then came to a place called ‘The Point.” “You don’t go to the ‘The Point,’” he said.

Later, he brought up a character from “Twilight”. He said, “Every girl is in love with Edward Cullen. ‘He’s such a man.’ Ok, let’s review. He looks like a supermodel, he can fly, and he sparkles when you put him in the sunlight.” Everyone in the room reacted to that joke. Speaking of the different cultures in the world, Kennedy went off in all directions, briefly stopping with Angelina Jolie and her children. He said, “Shiloh is gonna want a dog, and Maddux is gonna wanna

eat it.”

Since his relationship with Jennifer Love Hewitt was in the spotlight until they recently split up, Kennedy felt compelled to mention it, saying, “We had our problems, like any relationship.” He joked about how popular she was compared to him, and how “loaded” she was. There are homeless people wherever you go, even where Kennedy is from in California. Stating that every homeless guy seems to sound like “Beetlejuice”, he told us how one guy asked him for a dollar. Kennedy offered him a bagel sandwich, but he said, “I can’t eat that. Too many carbs.” He said in disbelief, “You got shit hanging from your ear. You’re on a South Beach diet?”

One of the funniest parts of his routine was when he talked about the sweatpants that girls wear, and the writing on the back. Words like “Juicy” and “Pink” came to mind as Kennedy explained how hard it is to sit there and watch a sexy girl walk by with those words on her butt. He described how us guys feel like Gollum from “Lord of the Rings”. He then told us how he’s coming up with his own line of sweatpants for guys. He will put words on the front of our sweatpants, some of the words correlating with different cultural or occupational phrases - words like “Nightstick” for officers, and “Burrito” for Mexicans.

Jamie Kennedy performed a long set, and everyone seemed to love him. He made a strong connection with the audience, which, I guess, is what a comedian always strives to accomplish.

Talent Show 2010

ARTICAL BY: NELSON BAKER PHOTOS BY:VICKI NICKERSON

This year, if you attended the Talent Show on Friday, April 2nd at North Shore Community College, you definitely had the chance to see some exceptional performers take the stage. The announcer for the event was Nicole Giunta, Managing/Business Editor and former Editor-in-Chief of the Pennon. Among the judges panel was Presidential Scholars Chris Serra and Kristen Zarella, Dean of Students Lloyd Holmes, Program Council Treasurer Samantha Gottlich,

Lev Neyman, winning 2nd place, played the drums. What made his act creative and unique is that he played on buckets and pans. Already said to be making money on the side as a bucket drummer, Lev provided his own way of keeping every one of us excited to be there. Hitting the stage next was Jose Rivera, doing a dance mix that he meshed together from a few different styles. A great dancer, Jose proves that he has what it takes to take his dancing as far as he wants.

The second piano performance was taken on by Tanya Green. She plays several instruments, is a member of SGA, and consistently writes for the Pennon. Her piece was Beethoven’s “Moonlight Sonata”. It was obvious that she has been playing the piano for many years.

The next performer was the singer Sorangel Rivera, the winner of the Talent Show. The

Second Place: Lev Neyman, First Place: Sorangel Rivera

and V.P. of Institutional Advancement Sandra Edwards.

Angie Belliard was the first act of the night, singing with inspiration instilled in her by her son. This was her first live stage performance—one I am sure she will always remember. Next up was 13-year-old Cathy Allphin, who is home-schooled and also takes classes at NSCC. She performed a piano improvisation,

Third Place: Spencer Garfield demonstrating her musical talent and her undeterred professionalism at such a young age.

Winning 3rd place was Spencer Garfield, singing “Nations of the World”. He made zero errors, and sang with unbelievable speed and accuracy. There was no doubt he had a good time during his act, and he brought us along with him. After setting up the stage, the band “Extraordinary Gentlemen” seized the audience’s attention with an instrumental performance that was a cross between rock and blues— a sound I have never heard before. People love discovering new music, and this band is like no other.

First Place: Sorangel Rivera

judges agreed that she had it all—stage presence, a great voice, and a strong connection to her song. She hoped that her song would “move us”, and it definitely did. Remember her name. Remember her voice. You will hear it again.

The final performer of the show was Erin Skinner, singing “Someone’s Watching Over Me.” Erin’s voice was strong, and has been singing for as long as she can remember. Singing is her life and her dream.

Though he was not one of the judged performers, Archie Bandera, along with working the stage lighting, gave us a dance or two of his own. He kept the pace of the show moving during down time.

How many times will you get a chance to see, in person, someone that may have what it takes to soon make his or her dream into becoming a successful musician a reality? This is where it all begins. Anybody with the desire; the love to take their talents to the stage for an audience and a judging panel, has the chance to become great. Keep your eyes open because it could be that this is already beginning to transpire.

The Last Song

BY: AMANDA FROST

“The Last Song” (Directed by Julie Anne Robinson) lacked the feeling of the book; It left out major scenes, character development and crucial facts that altered the plot. The experience of the book was truly amazing and had affected me while the movie, instead, lacked in the providing the same profound effect.

Miley Cyrus doesn't fit the part of Ronnie Miller and doesn't seem to actually make an effort to fit into the shoes of the character. I don't think that she's actually capable of playing a character as deep as Ronnie; and it looks as though she hasn't actually tried and failed to grasp the concept of a scorned teenager with a record.

I give positive reviews for the brother Jonah (played by Bobby Coleman), and the father (played by Greg Kinnear). Jonah was quirky and funny without being too dumb and proved he could be serious when the time came. I thought that the father definitely did an effective job embodying the character in the novel. In both the novel and the movie these two have a really good bond, and I'm glad to see that this has been maintained.

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Movie Review: Death at a Funeral

BY: NICK STILIANOS

Rated: R (for language, drug content, and some sexual humor) 3 ½ out of 4 stars Funerals are always sad and can bring families close to each other on the same level as a wedding sometimes. This funeral on the other hand has just made the family go completely psychotic until they have finally finished and buried their deceased love one into the ground.

“Death at a Funeral” was an amazing, flat out remarkable piece of comedy that seemed to give life to something as sad as a funeral. Many props go out to several comedians’ performances: Chris Rock, Tracy Morgan, and Martin Lawrence. However, the real stars that shined and gave an astonishing performance were Danny Glover and James Marsden that probably made a comeback for both of their career history in Hollywood.

The plot is as simple as every other family event goes: two families and their friends gather to say goodbye to the passing of a member of the family.

gay relationship that nobody in the family knew about. How will they go on with these? One good thing the people of Hollywood managed to do was to turn this movie around and make it even more hilarious than the 2007 British original. Fact: Chris Rock actually saw the original and had the idea of an American remake along with accepting one of the major roles in this movie. Oh yeah, this was a remake. Come on! Even though it was not an American flick, three years is not a long enough time for a remake! Here are some examples of a perfect remake which outsmarted the original. * The Longest YardThe original came out in 1974 and was not entirely a good decade for a comedy like that. The remake in 2005 got an ever bigger audience because of a terrific cast of Adam Sandler, Chris Rock, Nelly, and even Burt Reynolds starred in the remake where he played Sandler’s role in the original. * The Mummy- In short, the 1930s was Boris Karloff’s black and white acting. The 1999 remake was a hit based on realism from being shot on location and the phenomenal special effects of the mummy. Heck, it

Now, Marcus and his crew are hardly featured in the movie, which is a real letdown. In the book, Marcus’s character basically stalks Ronnie, but in the movie he is barely even featured. Blaze is pretty good, but they definitely could have involved her more.

Will’s character was also butchered. I found that he also lacked creative talent and, it seems, that the chemistry was not portrayed as it should have been between him and Ronnie. All this character had going for him was good looks and a great smile. Good effort on his part but there could have been more emotion and charisma.

Without a doubt, this was another Nicholas Sparks novel butchered by Hollywood. My only advice is to sit down and read the book instead of wasting your money on a ticket.

Unfortunately, it doesn’t go as planned for everyone. No matter what they do to try and overcome the situation they are given, an even bigger one comes and makes things worse. First, the wrong body was delivered to the funeral. Next, someone in the family took some “valium”, but was really an hallucinogen and started losing it. Then a friend stops by with pictures of the deceased and him with what seems to be a secret

was so good that after opening night or the first weekend it was released, Universal phoned director Stephen Sommers demanding a sequel. Enough about that, the point is that this American spinoff was a hilarious masterpiece and it is definitely worth seeing again. One thing is for certain, there is always one odd-ball in every family. In this case, there were close to half a dozen odd-balls.

Movie Title

Weekend Gross (USA)

Total Gross (USA)

Date Night

$16.7 Million

$48.7 Million

Kick-Ass How To Train Your Dragon Death At A Funeral

Clash Of The Titans The Last Song

$19.8 Million $19.6 Million $16.2 Million $15.4 Million

$19.8 Million $158 Million $16.2 Million $133 Million

$5.96 Million

$50.2 Million

Alice In Wonderland

$3.66 Million

$324 Million

The Bounty Hunter

$3.08 Million

Why Did I Get Married Too? Hot Tub Time Machine

$4.1 Million

$3.49 Million

$54.8 Million $42.4 Million $60.3 Million

Natural Born Killer

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In 1985 actor Nicolas Colassanto passed away, leaving an open spot for a bartender on the widely popular television series “Cheers.” The mantel was taken up by the, at the time, unknown Woody Harrelson (playing Woody Boyd), propelling him into stardom and resulting in numerous Emmy award nominations and wins. Though Woody isn’t tending bar at a famous Boston restaurant, he has made quite a living playing film characters ranging from a borderline psychotic murderer to a Twinkie-eating zombie hunter. Now Harrelson stars in two new films, “Defendor” and “The Messenger,” both of which ranging from a powerful drama to an over-the-top comedy/action hybrid.

Atoms for Peace

actor nominations. Highly believable and deeply crafted, Tony Stone provides the viewer with a deeply interesting view on how sticking to the books and playing everything by the rules can corrupt even the

movie and makes it highly enjoyable and definitely worth a few watches. However, if it wasn’t for Harrelson’s role, the movie itself wouldn’t be as endearing.

BY CHRIS RICCI.

album that was originally only one man a whole new life. Nigel on the keyboards provided a solid soundscape while Joey’s drumming provided an excellent substitute to the electronic drums featured on the album. Mauro’s percussion work added an interesting feel to the show; changing the blips and whistles from the album to light crashes of a cymbal or a shake of a maraca. Let’s not forget the virtuoso bass-styles of Flea which was as powerful as ever and added more funk to this already solid lineup.

strongest of soldiers.

Harrelson is definitely the tape holding this movie together, providing a great performance as the delusional man-child Arthur Poppington. His melodramatic superhero witticisms and his all-around awkward presence adds to the movie greatly and makes him easily the funniest character in the movie and the driving-force behind the humor in the movie.

The entirely solo album was in a decidedly smoother direction than Radiohead’s previous endeavor and was borderline easy-listening. Speculation on a solo tour ran rampant after the release of this album but was quickly diminished when Radiohead released “In Rainbows” the next year. Now that Radiohead is on a pseudohiatus, Thom decided to give his fans their due and play the album live.

The set-break after the album’s run prompted Thom to come out on his own and perform a few songs. “The Present Tense” and “The Daily Mail” were other Thom originals and Thom also treated the Radiohead fans to a version of “Amnesiac’s” song “Like Spinning Plates.”

Nearly three years after Radiohead released “Hail To The Thief,” rumors began flying around that the band was contemplating a break-up. This fear was only heightened with front man Thom Yorke’s announcement that he was working on a solo album. After careful reassurance by Thom that the band wasn’t breaking up and a subsequent Radiohead tour, “The Eraser” was released by Thom to high critical acclaim.

Oren Moverman’s directorial debut, “The Messenger”, caused a stir at the Sundance Film Festival and resulted in over a dozen nominations and wins at numerous festivals including first prize at Deuville American Film Festival. After watching the film, it comes as no surprise that Harrelson received the bulk of the nominations.

Harrelson stars as Captain Tony Stone, a casualty notification officer (or CACO) service who is assigned with newbie Will Montgomery (played by Ben Foster) to teach him the proper way to break news of a passing to the family of an armed service man. This film is impressive for indirectly dealing with the war in Iraq; there aren’t too many films that decide to follow CACO’s around and/or deal with the result of a major conflict. For a directorial debut, Moverman has raised the bar pretty high for future projects by releasing a deeply gripping and masterful drama that shows how the news of a passing soldier not only effects the family, but has a profound effect on those delivering the news as well. Harrelson soars as Captain Tony Stone and gives one of the greatest dramatic performances of his career and definitely lives up to all the hype presented by his handful of best supporting

“Defendor” was also a directorial debut presented by Peter Stebbings and, though not as impressive and as memorable as “The Messenger”, provides a pretty humorous take on the widely popular superhero movie franchise. Harrelson plays Arthur Poppington, a delusional construction site traffic controller by day and The Defendor by night. Defendor is the “defender of the city of Hamilton from punks” created by Arthur who fully believes he is, indeed, The Defendor. This rag-tag superhero has an arsenal of gadgets including antique war-clubs, jars full of hornets and a construction-crane truck that serves as his crime-fighting vehicle. The movie, though budgeted at over four million dollars, seems grossly under budgeted. However, this certainly adds to the movie and makes the movie all the more funny. The movie lampoons the super-hero genre perfectly; having The Defendor spout stupid and cliché lines of dialogue that he wrote himself, having him rescue “damsels in distress” that aren’t really in need of help, and having the Defendor’s costume consist of a shoe-polish eye mask, a bike helmet, and a gigantic duct-tape letter “D” on his black jumpsuit. The movie on the whole is a pretty fair take on the “normal guy turns into a Superhero genre” that was fathered by “The Watchmen” and recently followed up with “Kick-Ass.” The movie’s intentional cheesiness and poorly written dialogue definitely adds to the

This being said, Harrelson’s stellar performance seems to downplay the rest of the acting on-screen. Obviously not up to the same level as Harrelson, the rest of the cast lies in the shadow casted by him and, at some points, make it seems like Harrelson is overacting. Regardless of this, the movie is definitely worth a watch for the sake of superhero absurdity.

Overall, it’s truly hard to compare these two films. Certainly if you want an all-around good piece of cinema that provides one of Woody Harrelson’s best on-screen performances, then I highly suggest picking up a copy of “The Messenger” on May 18’th. If you’re looking for an almost mindless superhero parody that has no problem making fun of itself and shows that Harrelson is capable of not only being serious but also a hysterical and odd-ball superhero wannabe, then you should pick up “The Defendor” which is available now. However, if you’re a Woody Harrelson fan and/or you want to start getting into movies he’s done, then both of these films are prime examples of what Harrelson is capable of and are highly recommended by me.

For the band, Thom Yorke brought together longtime Radiohead producer Nigel Godrich, “R.E.M.” drummer Joey Waronker, David Byrne percussionist Mauro Refosco and longtime “Red Hot Chili Peppers” bassist Flea. The band started out as a one-off show in Los Angeles under the name “Thom Yorke ????” but, after massive support by the fans and stronger connection forming between the members, the band became official and changed their name to one of the songs off of “The Eraser,” “Atoms For Peace.” Atoms for Peace began touring near the start of this year and made a quick stop in Boston. The sold-out Wang Theater came to life when Thom walked on the stage and began to play the opening piano line for “The Eraser’s” titular song. What followed was the entire album without any break whatsoever. The band was tight and gave the

The band returned to the stage and preformed another Radiohead song (“Paperbag Writer”) and an Atoms for Peace original titled “Judge, Jury and Executioner.” The night ended with the band performing the entirety of Thom’s most recent release “Feeling Pulled Apart by Horses” and leaving the audience with a sense of awe and gratification. Thom’s performance of his solo album couldn’t have been pulled off better. It’s now widely speculated that the band will release an album, seeing that they played an original song and are gaining a lot of popularity. After the spectacular show they played, the need for an Atoms for Peace album and a possible new tour is not only welcome, but almost expected. Are Atoms as good as Radiohead? Not entirely but keep your eye out for any news regarding this band. They put on a show you most certainly won’t forget.

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BY CRYSTAL VARGAS

THE COQUI

The Puerto Rican coquí is a very small, tiny tree frog about one inch long. Some coquíes look green, some brown and some yellowish – but in actuality, they are translucent. Coquíes have a high pitched sound and can be heard from far away. The coquíes begin to sing when the sun goes down at dusk and their melody serenades islanders to sleep. Coquíes sing all night long until dawn when they stop singing and head for their nest. Puerto Ricans love their coquíes and have written

before, the only ones that make the sound ''co-quí'' are Puerto Rican.

The scientific name for the coquí is “Eleu-thero-dactylus”, characterized because they have no webbed toes. There are 16 different species in Puerto Rico and all of them have padded discs at the end of their toes which helps them climb. Coquíes are classified as amphibians - a grouping for cold blooded vertebrates that includes frogs, toads, or newts

lights, there are less coquíes. Therefore there are more coquíes in isolated areas like the mountains. The species ''Puerto Rican coquí'' sings “co-quí, coquí, co-quí” at dusk and changes to “co-quí-quí-quí, co-quí-quíquí, co-quí-quí-quí”, at dawn. It is arboreal - climbing to the top of trees in search of insects. There it remains until dawn when it changes its song and jumps down nesting until the evening. Coquíes are in danger of extinc-

Interpreters BY JILLIAN DESIMONE

In today’s society, the demand for Spanish interpreters is extremely high in healthcare facilities. In an article found in USA today, Cindy Roat of the American Translators association stated that “interpreters trained in medical terminology, especially those speaking Spanish, are in high demand as country’s population the becomes more and more diverse.” It can be challenging for not only the doctors who are trying to understand their Spanish-speaking patients, but also for the patients who are trying to communicate with their doctors. In any medical setting, understanding what the doctor or patient says is extremely important and can certainly be a matter of life and death. With that, “Medical Spanish” courses are now being offered for those who hope to get into the medical field. It is very important for the doctor and patient to be able to understand exactly what is going on in their own particular situation.

poems, stories, and Aguinaldo’s about them. During the time of the Taíno Indians, trillions of coquíes occupied our ancestral home. Many Taíno Indian myths surround the coquí; When you look at Puerto Rican Taíno art, pictographs, and pottery, you can see that the coquí meant a lot to them. In Puerto Rico, all coquíes are called coquí even though not all sing ''co-quí''. Only two of the species (the ''Coquí Común'' and the ''Coquí de la Montaña or Coquí Puertorriqueño'') actually sing ''co-quí.”Puerto Rican coquíes have relatives all over Latin America. The coquí genus is found in all the Caribbean Islands, and in Central and South America. But, as stated

that are able to live in both water and land. Contrary to frogs, the coquíes do not go through a tadpole stage and break out of their egg but hatch with full terrestrial mobility. Some coquíes are terrestrial some are arboreal. The Coquí Dorado is the only species in the world that bears live young. The male coquí sings - not the female. That means that in Puerto Rico we hear only half the coquíes that are there singing. The male coquí watches over the eggs. The eggs hatch in 28 days and the young coquíes remain in the nest for an additional 5 days. Again, the male coquí watches over them until they leave the nest. When it is lighter either from the moon or from street

tion and actually two of them are already extinct - the Coquí Dorado and the Coquí Palmeado. Others are endangered species like the Coquí Caoba and the Coquí de Eneida. Why are coquíes on the verge of extinction? Simply put, it’s because of deforestation. People have destroyed their habitat, often destroying their eggs and destroying their source of food and nourishment. Other than that, you can find the coquí nearly everywhere. From the margins of the forests where the areas receive large amounts of moisture, in highlands, lowlands, dry and arid places; even in caves depending on the species.

In one of the articles I found on the importance of interpreters, a story about a couple whose newborn daughter was dying caught my attention. The husband spoke Spanish and the wife English. The wife had to interpret the doctor’s information for her Spanishspeaking husband while holding her dying newborn daughter. "It wasn't my job to interpret; that was taking away the few moments of her life that I had with her," said Rayes. “It was an unfair burden at a time of true crisis in our lives." In this par-

ticular situation, an interpreter should have been in the room to help the family cope with what was going on. I can’t even imagine being in their situation; Not only was it hard for the couple to lose their daughter, but for the wife who was trying to explain to her husband that their child was dying.

Today, children are learning Spanish as a second language. I think it is great that children at the age of five are being educated on the importance of the many languages people speak. I also think that this gives the children in today’s society a great advantage in whatever career path they choose to go down. I believe that because children in today’s society are learning languages at such a young age, they are gaining the knowledge that I as a child missed out on.

According to an article found on MarketWatch, as the nation’s population grows and ages, the demand for language services in hospitals, doctor’s offices, and other health-care facilities are booming. In this day and age it is very important to learn as many languages as you can. I think it is great that children as young as five are learning Spanish as a second language along with other languages. I also think that because there are Spanish courses being offered for those who are interested in the healthcare field may eliminate problems such as the one I mentioned with the couple and their dying newborn child. Interpreters are extremely important and can certainly be useful in a life and death situations.

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THE NORTHERN LIGHTS OF 2010 Winter wake up with an Olympics symphony! 02/12/2010—The XXI Winter Olympics in Vancouver, B.C., Canada—The world’s second largest country—invited 2,500 dazzling athletes from 82 countries, all-star-games (Even skiers from Ghana!)

Hard Times What kind of life is this, where we live in poverty? Where the government’s greed demolishes economy And a father’s tears fall unnoticed to the floor Because he lost his job and can’t support his family anymore There isn’t anything left to the American dream And the morals you once held close, are lost to this disease It’s like a cancerous plague that has spread across the nation And everything is left in one man’s hands while he sits in silent contemplation How do we get ourselves out of this? How do we proceed? These questions must be answered quickly to save those in need And the ones who caused this are not being held accountable While all around them the pressure to survive is insurmountable America was once known as “the land of the free” But freedom has always had a price, a price we all can now see We’re stuck in this purgatory, with no end in sight I see everyone around me slowly losing this fight I cannot offer words of wisdom, for I have none to spare I will say this, however, in this time of despair Remember that everyone is fighting now, just to survive As times keep getting tougher, we all must keep hope alive

~ Matt Longo ~

RAIN

BY NELSON BAKER

Through one set of eyes Clouds smother the skies Birds disappear from sight The willful spirit descends under the gray Taking you deeper into the night Through another set of eyes Rain only creates the illusion of sadness Water cleanses the soul, the mind It refreshes all life on the ground The trees, the leaves, you and me

It provides the sometimes soft, soothing sounds When it calms to a rooftop patter Hypnotically drifting you down Into a restful and memorable dream It clears away the dirt and debris And recycles the earth Welcome the presence of rain Without it, life could not sustain And even those bright, sunny days Could eventually become just a little mundane

The Olympic rings—illuminating the ocean The B.C. Stadium roaring with evening extravaganza Cross-beams of torches—an obelisk of “Welcome Planet”— Burning and radiating over the earth—the Olympics Light !

Snow—the natural medium Technology—man’s push for ever more speed Success or death? Nodar died making his first attempt—in the Olympic spirit! The opening ceremony dedicated to the memory of this Georgian athlete. A cluster of yellow daffodils. A 21st century madness.

At the fir mountains, Photographers, international TV crews, a spectacle View pictures day-by-day and sport-by-sport Alpine skiing, ice hockey, biathlon, downhill ski jumping, ski-cross, curling-hurricane, Floating rotation, jumping style in the air- a gallant race, Challenging human and geographic gravity Majesty! Giving the world a natural smile.

Even the eye of the wind watches The joyful- the cheerful-applauding youngsters shaking bells The iconic Canadian maple leaf Painted on their faces. Compared scores! Championship! Ski- jumping athletes—As Mother Earth pushes them up! (“…I fly with skis in the sky!—I am blessed here! I can hear people crying! The Globe—so small! I can jump, circle it around”.) Vancouver, beat the drums of victory Echoing the centuries.

Wow!—women’s ski cross! Higher!—let’s do it! Upside down—amazing flight! Anxiety! Tears!—(save drama for your mama!)

Side by side the skiers, The last kilometer—the final line, Victory!...champagne! A gold medal inspires!—share the podium—Native Hymn! A violet-ribbon bouquet with green flowers From a green planet!

The world today is Snow White Boys and girls— figure skating—Ice dancing, Artistic and high-strung Kneeling down and kissing the ice after challenging The passion, love, stunning style and spirit Romeo and Juliet have descended from heaven gardens to Canadian ice Dancing, loop jumping, music, blessing in words of different languages Thank you, Canada!

The world’s people this day are in the “Canada Start House” Go World, Go… 2010

ROZI THEOHARI

Recent Sports News; Poem Style

By Adamo Pulzone As Opening Day was preceding, Tiger stopped cheating, Matt Cooke hit some Karma, And A-Rod caused drama, Jeter met Obama, And no one likes Posada, And What ever happened to Brady’s Baby Mama?

Big Ben hit some trouble, And the Steeler’s hit double. A six game suspension, Wow all that tension! The Draft hit the real big city, LeGarrette Blount thinks that he is witty, Tim Tebow is in Mile High City, Jimmy Clausen has all our pity. KG elbowed Richardson, He was suspended and, Lebron hit a halfcourt shot, While the Bulls sadly could not. The Pats cut Thomas, The Seahawks got a Thomas, And the Broncos have a Thomas. The Ravens now have Boldin, And The Longhorns missed a Bowl Win. Well this was my poem, now everybody go home.

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Broken

By: Matt Longo

What am I supposed to do, I just can’t seem to get through this And every word I write is followed by a teardrop on the page

Yon jatier de amour Indira Leisba

I keep asking for someone to help me but nobody knows how Even I don’t know what the problem is so I just sit with my head bowed

I’m tired of feeling like this with no strength to keep fighting

Li vreman fe ke nou mal pou nou we ayiti aveck ko mouri nan lari’a, on tranbleman de te ki fini lavi anpil moun. That’s not who I am, but I don’t have the will to keep trying Anpil kay tonbe, anpil fanmi jodi a pou,san anyen. Mil jodi a pa ka konpran sak ki te rive a, e le monde ap krite pou yo we koman peyi a kraze. My spirit is broken, and I don’t know how to fix it Se sel jezi ki konen pou ki sa, sa rive peyi a.E sel li selman ki ka konsole ke nou. Jodi a plezye moun ap domi yon rev ke yo pap jame leve. It literally feels like someone grabbed my heart and started E gen lot ki ap viv ki vle pou yo te mouri tou. twisting Ti moun yo kriye pou paran’n yo ki pap jame tounen anko. Granmoun’n yo nan lari san direkcion ki kote yo ye. I don’t know how or why this suddenly happened to me Mem si grangou, a mise, e dezolatyon; menm si mirak rete nan men bondye. Tout moun ofri ed yo, mem peyi ki pi pov yo, e sa kap fel li posib pou peyi a rekouvri. And the more I think about it the more I want to just let it be Moun yo bay sa yo kapab, yo dola juska de milyon e prezidan ayiti a kriye avek anpil fo’s. Anken ed pa piti, le yo bezwen anpil, e sa ki sanble li pa anyen pou moun ki renmen yo. I just want to put this pen down, lay in my bed and fall asleep Menm nan mitan mise, e pa gen manje,mwen we moun ki vin ansam pou bay moun ki pa gen manje. Moun tet yo pa la anko prezante tet yo nn grangou e la pen selman se yon produi desperacion. I feel like I have no control, like my soul can find no peace Vyazen ouvri men pou yo ede nan ke sa yo genyen. Epi yo rive chakjou kote ki lwen pou yo ede san yo pa rete pou yo ka chache moun. It seems like the more I keep pushing, the harder everything Li pa bay tet sou yon vwazen pou li ka admire, e tout moun kap cheche montre sa. gets Mete tet nou ansam fre mwen, e jodi a nou leve tet a bondye pou nou ka priye pou peyi a. (Creole translation by: MARIE FLORESTAL) And everyone’s trying to help me but nothings working yet

Una muestra de amor

Indira Leisba Qué triste se ve Haiti con sus muertos sepultados, un temblor segó la vida de muchos con desenfado Muchas casas sin su techo y otras desvencijadas y muchísimas familias hoy están pobres, sin nada Miles hoy se lamentan de que esto haya pasado y el mundo entero llora al verlos hoy desvastado Solo Dios sabe el motivo de porque esto paso Y solo Él es quien puede consolar el corazón Hoy miles duermen el sueño para nunca despertar, Y otros viven deseando no volver a respirar Los niños lloran sus padres que ya nunca volverán, Los padres vagan sin rumbo, y sus hijos, ¿Dónde están Pero aún miedo del hambre el caos y la desolación Aún ocurren milagros por la gran mano de Dios Todos ofrecen su ayuda, aún los paises más pobres, y esto hará posible que este país se recobre La gente da lo que puede desde un dólar hasta un millón y el presidente de Haiti casi llora de emoción Ninguna ayuda es pequeña pues ellos necesitan todo y lo que para muchos es nada para ellos vale oro Aún en medio del caos y la escasez de alimentos veo un pueblo que se une y da comida al hambriento Los disturbios se presentan por el hambre y el dolor pero eso solo es producto de la desesperación Vecinos tienden la mano y ayudan de corazón brindando lo que poseen con gran ternura y amor También de lejanas tierras llegan a diario a ayudar y rescatan sin descanso a quienes pueden hallar Él no darse por vencido es algo de admirar y todos los rescatistas lo demuestran sin dudar Unamonos hoy hermanos y levantemos a Dios una oración colectiva como una muestra de amor. (Spanish translation by: INDIRA LEISBA)

A Show of Love

And I wonder if I’ll be like this forever and what’s going to happen

And then I suddenly don’t care and I let my thoughts pass me by

And as I watch them float above me my head like a cloud in the sky I realize the situation that I’m in was created by your lies

Indira Leisba How sad it is to see Haiti with their dead corpses, an earthquake interrupted the lives of many with ease Many houses without their roofs and others disconnected and many, many families today are poor, without anything Thousands today are lamenting what may have happened and the entire world is crying to see them today so devastated Only God knows the reason why this happened And He is the only one who can console the heart Today thousands sleep the dream to never awaken, And others live wanting to not return to breathe The children cry for their parents who will not return, The parents wander without direction, Where are they? But even fear of hunger the chaos and the desolation Although miracles happen by the great hand of God Everyone offers their help, even the poorest countries, and this will make it possible for this country to recover The people give what they can from one dollar to one million and the president of Haiti almost cries with emotion No help is small when they need so much and what seems a lot is nothing for those who value gold Even in the middle of chaos and the scarcity of food I see a people who come together and give food to the hungry The disturbed present themselves through the hunger and the pain but that alone is the product of desperation Neighbors stretch out their hands and help from the heart offering what they possess with great tenderness and love Also they arrive daily from distant lands to help and rescue without rest whom they can find He does not give himself to a neighbor to be admired and all of the rescuers demonstrate it without a doubt Unite today brothers and today we elevate ourselves to God with a collective prayer as a show of love (English translation by MARILYN GLAZER-WEISNER)

Earth Day

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On Saturday April 24th 2010 North Shore Community College celebrated their tenth year of Earth Fest at the Lynn Woods. There were between two and three hundred people participating in this annual event including NSCC faculty, students, and staff in addition to residents of Lynn and the surrounding the communities. Selected areas of the Lynn Woods were cleaned of trash.

Thank you so much for to all who supported our annual Earth Day event. This event takes a substantial amount of resources and materials. We greatly appreciate your and time. Pictured Right Presidential Scholars: Josh Ortiz, Angela Panevino, Chris Serra, Jennifer Fernandez, Peter Troung

Pictured Right Jake Bartholomeo

Pictured left: Chris Lee, Matt Longo, Arthur Dogramacian, Josh Ortiz, Cassie Lotti, Jake Samantha Bartholomeo, Gottlich, Jillian Wade, Leigha Roy

SPARK Launch

BY: AMANDA FROST

On Friday April 9th, NSCC launched the second issue of “Spark,” a showcase of literary and creative work by NSCC's talented student artists and writers. Submissions to the magazine were reviewed by a committee of NSCC students, faculty and staff. Those who were selected represented the best of student creativity and originality. Each year, students can submit their literary and artistic work for judging.

The launching was held within NSCC President Wayne Burton’s suite with the artists and writers whose work was published in the magazine along with their guests. Also in presence were the judges of Spark: the Coordinator of Student Activities Victoria Pasciuto, Dean of Students Lloyd Holmes, Program Coordinator Sandra Fuhs, Professor Lisa Altomari, Professor James Chisholm, Professor Mark Sherf, Graphic Designer Erin Ford, Director of Marketing and Communications Samantha McGilloway, and Presidential Scholars Angela Panevino, Cala Elder and Sophie Plamowski.

Artists and writers introduced themselves and their work which was showcased in “Spark.” It was an enjoyable experience for all who attended. Appetizers were served to everyone and their guests.

After the initial launching, there was a reading in Lynn and Danvers on April 13th and 14th titled “Spark Your Mind.” The readers were Toni Allard, Deb Scarfo, Jessica Toomey, Christina Siebertz at the Danvers campus, and Nelson Baker on the Lynn campus.

Pictured Left: Greg Reppucci Below: front row, Farah Ahmad (with cap reversed), Vanessa Cruz, Karin Mercedes, Espy Herrera. Second row : Tavary Min, Kelia Mena, Giang Nguyen.Third row: Victor Espinal, Susan Downey, Felix Espinosa, Madeline Nansha Kabadyundi

Toni Allard has had one of her poems published in Spark. Toni would like to become a nurse but her true joy is writing. She is 32 years old, lives in Massachusetts and has two children. She is also a member of Phi Theta Kappa, and enjoys horseback riding and spending

Pictured Above: Matt Longo & Samantha Gottlich

time with her family. Her boyfriend has inspired her to write this poem, so she holds it dear to her heart. Toni also has written a children’s book called “Anything But Nuts.”

Deb Scarfo is obtaining her Associates degree in the paralegal program. She is grateful for the wonderful experience she is having at NSCC. The story she wrote, “Finding Myself,” is about her experience of searching and finding her birth mother when she was 26 years old. This story was the first essay she wrote in a Composition 1 class last year.

Jessica Toomey attended Triton Regional High School and graduated in 2009. She likes to write and is a student in Professor Altomari’s class. Professor Altomari suggested to the class to submit an essay for “Spark,” so Jessica did, and this was her first written assignment in college.

Christina Siebertz is currently working on her Associates in Liberal Arts and plans to transfer to a 4-year college to pursue a Bachelors in Foreign Relations/Diplomacy. She was born in Germany and came from a multicultural family. She loves the arts, music, travel and intercultural relations, she hopes to one day use her skills and talents to make the world a better place in her own way. Nelson Baker is an aspiring fiction writer who has been published in The Salem News as a freelance writer. He has received an academic scholarship for his work on the student newspaper, the Pennon. He served as Editor In Chief of the Pennon during his last semester at NSCC in the fall of 2009.

All of the students included in “Spark” displayed artistic achievement and excellence. Congratulations to all of those who were selected for “Spark” and good luck next year! Limited copies of “Spark” are available in the Student Life Office.

Honoring Students

The Mathematics Department and the Engineering and Industrial Technology Department will present awards to outstanding students in a joint meeting on May 4th. The Engineering Science Transfer Award will be presented to Matthew Fredrick.

The Engineering Department Award honors students who excel in physics and engineering courses and perform in the highest diligent and most consistent manner. When most of the students are trying to increase their course load to expedite graduation, Matt insists on taking one less class so that he can provide high quality work in all the classes he takes. His assignments are always thoughtful and thorough. His hard work and dedi-

has competed as a member of the NSCC Math Team for the past two years.

The Math Achievement Award recipient is Vivian Souza. This award is given to a student who started studying mathematics at North Shore at the pre-college level. Vivian’s first math class at NSCC was Intermediate Algebra followed by a sequence of math courses leading to Differential Equations which she is currently successfully completing. When Vivian is not taking courses at NSCC, she is working as a paralegal at a firm in Boston. Vivian intends to complete a Bachelor's Degree and work as a civil engineer.

Math Team Awards will go to Giang Nguyen (top scorer for two successive years), Matt

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Engineering Alumni

Margaret (Valeur) McCarthy— 1999 graduate who is currently working as senior engineer at Weston & Sampson Engineering Inc. in Danvers, gave a talk on March 18th to Professor Mary Beth Steigerwald's Intro to Engineering class. Margret generously offered her advice and experience to students interested in pursuing a similar career path. She shared information and photographs of many of her civil/environmental engineering designs, as well as her most current work with the city of Danvers on their Smart Grid grant.

uate who is working at GE in Lynn as a mechanical engineer

David Chhan—2008 graduate who will graduate from University of Massachusetts at Lowell in May. He will continue his Ph.D. study at MITHarvard Health and Science Technology in the fall. David's research topic will be on bone conduction. Bone conduction is the process of sound transmitted through the vibration of the bones of the skull. His goal is to determine what part of the auditory system will play a signifi-

cant role to hearing when the skull is set into vibration. He hopes that this research will be useful for people with conductive hearing loss.

Aline Elad—2009 graduate will work on a summer internship at Johns Hopkins University. She had a perfect 4.0 in her first semester electrical engineering study at University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Contact Information Joyce Jeong X6250 jjeong@northshore.edu

Aaron Judge—2003 graduate is a Ph.D. candidate in civil engineering at University of Massachusetts at Amherst

Joshua Gregorio—2007 graduate works as a civil engineer at Natgun Corporation in Wakefield, MA.

Thomas McCarthy—2007 grad-

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cation in maintaining an outstanding level of academic achievement is commended.

The Math Department will present its Departmental Award to Matthew Fredrick as well. This award is given to a student who has demonstrated outstanding achievement in the upper level of mathematics courses at North Shore Community College. Matt is now completing Differential Equations and has done superb work in each of his math courses. In addition, he

Fredrick, Chimere Neboh, Albert Andino, Yavor Zahariev, and Gilberte Jean-Mary. The Math Team participates in a national competition sponsored by the American Mathematical Association of Two-Year Colleges. Giang Nguyen will also receive an award from the New England affiliate of AMATYC. Contact Information Joyce Jeong X6250 jjeong@northshore.edu

Pennon wishes all readers a happy safe summer

she has learned from her students. Her response was that her students have taught her sensitivity and patience. She points out that many of her students live difficult and sometimes traumatic lives which sometimes interfere with their academic learning. So she has learned to be sensitive to students’ personal needs as well as their academic needs, and refer them to the proper department and agency that could help them take care of their personal problems. Patience is another virtue that Dr. Maya says she has learned from the students in this population; that the teaching that goes on requires much repetition to ensure students’ understanding and success, and that takes lots of patience and dedication.

Dr. Maya was also asked what she likes about working at North Shore, and she gave two main reasons:

“I like the diverse student population which makes teaching the most exciting and rewarding venture for me. The classroom interaction always turns into a rich and robust exchange of ideas and cultural norms. In such a diverse classroom, the students’ enthusiasm, motivation, thirst for knowledge, and their appreciation for imparting that knowledge to them, inspire and encourage me to want to continue teaching as long as possible.” “I also like the team spirit that seems to be the unwritten message that faculty and staff operate under. There are many chal-

lenges that sometimes interfere with this notion. Nevertheless, I find that many colleagues are always willing to give a helping hand if necessary to other coll e a g u e s . And in the final analysis, most strive diligently to make sure our students succeed.” Since working here at North Shore, Dr. Maya has chaired the Diversity Leadership Council. In that capacity, she assisted in promoting the awareness and importance of building communities of inclusion where every human being is respected for who he/she is regardless of gender, religion, culture, and orientation.

Currently, Dr. Maya is the Advisor of The African Society here at the college. Dr. Maya points out that the society is not just for African students; that any one can be a member. Information about various African countries and cultures are introduced by African members; and non-Africans bring an exchange of ideas about various national and world issues. Sometimes the society gets involved in school activities that relate to International Affairs.

Out in the community, Dr. Maya has been a member of the Board at the LYNN HOME FOR YOUNG WOMEN for the past three years. The home houses women in transition who seek temporary housing until they get on their feet. Dr. Maya is also a published author. Her first book, “Off the Village Mat,” which is set in Nigeria, was published in 1988. It is a story that is different; different because it gives the reader a

glimpse into an unfamiliar culture. It is also important because it deals with issues such as matters of the heart, family, culture, and relationships ---issues that all human beings can identify with or learn from.

Her second book, “The Valedictorian,” which was published in 2004, is a book of five short stories for teens and young adults. The book is dedicated to the hundreds of students Dr. Maya taught as a substitute teacher in the Boston Public Schools. She believes that it is an important book for young adults because the protagonist in each of the stories encounters common problems teens face in today’s world and demonstrates how they are able to use common sense to solve their own problems, thus preventing them from placing themselves in dangerous and sometimes deadly situations.

Her third book, “The Dogs of Northside Avenue,” which was published in 2009, is a children’s book that even adults would enjoy reading. The protagonist in the story is Dr. Maya’s dog, Tatiana (a Shih tzu). Tatiana relates her moving experience from Revere Beach to Lynn, Massachusetts, and her encounter with the neighborhood dogs and their owners. This book can be purchased on online bookstores. However, “Off the Village Mat” and “The Valedictorian” are being revised and will be ready for publication and purchase in August, 2010.

Philosophy Club Movie Night

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BY CHRIS RICCI On April 14’Th, the Philosophy Club held their annual movie night which resulted in an turnout. unprecedented

Awaiting the start of the movie, students treated themselves to pizza and soda in the DB-308 classroom. The movie was Ridley Scott’s 1982 epic “Blade

This past year has been very successful for The Womens Center, beginning in October with the Breast Cancer Walk. We took it a step further than the walk to help raise money and bring awareness to one of the main causes of death among women. Funds were raised through bake sales and the raffle of a pink camera donated by Best Buy. During the month of November we collected feminine products from students, faculty and staff. We were suc-

cessful in this endeavor and collected four boxes. Two were sent to Female Marines in Afghanistan and two were sent to Female Soldiers in Iraq. We are currently working on autism awareness and will be raffling off an Ipad. Tickets will be available for purchase throughout campus at tables set up to promote awareness. Our next mission is to bring awareness to the prevention of suicide and will be participating in the Walk for Suicide Prevention in

October of 2010. Save a life and come walk with us on October 2, 2010. More information is available at any Women’s Center meeting or in the Student Life office. If you have any questions or would like to become a member or volunteer, please contact me Vicki Nickerson at Vnickers01@northshore.edu or Victoria Pasciuto at Vpasciut@northshore.edu.

Phi Theta Kappa would like to thank everyone who donated to our book drive last semester.

States and every little bit helps.

see around campus through the 10th of May. Thank You! --PTK. Dr. Fred Altieri, Advisor, x5556

Womens Center

PTK Book Drive

Your kindness funds literacy programs throughout the United

We are continuing the drive this semester and would like to encourage you to drop off your old books in the bins you will

Group of the Month

Economics Club Students Judge Off Campus Events

The NSCC Economics and Finance Club, under the guidance of Economics Professor Moonsu Han, recently participated in two off-campus events. The students who took part in the events were Alycia Dunton, Anthony Forlizzi, Brendan Edmonds, and Corie Burke. The first event was the Massachusetts High School Economics Challenge, held on March 8th 2010, at the Federal

Reserve Bank of Boston. The second was the New Hampshire High School Economics Challenge, held on March 15th 2010, at Southern New Hampshire University. Both events were sponsored by the Massachusetts Council on Economic Education (MCEE), where Professor Han is serving as a Board of Director at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston. The NSCC students

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Runner” starring Harrison Ford. Set in a dystopian future, “Blade Runner” is about cybernetic humanoid robots that are modeled after people and can almost blend flawlessly into society. The movie poses questions regarding what really makes one human and what rights conscious beings truly have, regardless of creator. These questions and more spurred a long and indepth discussion amongst all those who attended. Overall, the movie night was a complete success, raising the bar for next semester’s movie night.

Picture: l-r, Prof. Moonsu Han, Alycia Dunton, Brendan Edmonds, Anthony Forlizzi, and Corie Burke at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston.

served as graders, and Professor Han served as a judge and as a grading supervisor at each event. The High School Economics Challenge is a statewide economics knowledge competition. A group of four to five students from each high school took a sequence of three tests on microeconomics, macroeconomics, and international/current events. The top two scoring teams moved on to the “quiz bowl,” which was an on-stage buzzer round for the state championship title. The winning state team then advances on to the National Semifinals and from there the six winning teams advance to the National Finals in New York City on May 22-24th 2010. There are cash prizes awarded to the national winners and runners-up. The job of the students from NSCC who volunteered in these events was to grade all the tests from each round and calculate the top scorers. According to Ms. Corie Burke who participated as a grader at both events, “Definitely, it was a great experience as an economics student and I felt very proud to be a NSCC student.”

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REMEMBER CLEAN OUT YOUR LOCKERS

All lockers must be cleaned out by May 21, 2010 Any items left in lockers after May 28th will be donated.

Danvers Campus students can clean out lockers and return the lock to the Student Life Office (DB132) for a $2 refund. Lynn Campus students who have removable locks can return their locks to the Student Life Office (LW171) for a $2 refund.

Walk for Hunger, May 2

On Sunday May 2, I will be participating in Project Bread's annual 20 mile Walk for Hunger. Project Bread provides financial support to over 400 emergency food programs in 135 cities and towns throughout Mass. 23 of these programs are located within NSCC's service area. Food insecurity continues to rise in Massachusetts with an estimated 554,000 people struggling to put food on the table. Many of these people are our own students.

Each year on Walk day over 40,000 participants come together to raise more than $3 million to support vital services. On behalf of our neighbors in greatest need, I respectfully ask for your support. Please make your check, in any amount, payable to "Project Bread The Walk for Hunger". To learn more about the problem of hunger in Massachusetts and what you can do to help, please go to www.projectbread.org.

The Committee for the Forums on Tolerance is seeking new members.

Please consider joining us. We welcome all!

Please send us topics you would like to see at future forums.

Our mission: the Forum on Tolerance initiates an educational challenge to learn more about one another and better understand each other through programming which is intended to make us more humane. The purpose of the Forums is to bring about empathy toward other people and to make a difference in the College community and in ourselves.

If you would like further information, please contact Pat Lavoie at plavoie@northshore.edu.

Spring is Here!!!

Earth machine composters for sale between now and the end of the semester (may 15th). Turn your kitchen scraps and lawn and garden waste into wonderful, rich, garden soil. Selling for cost at $40 per unit it. Comes with an instruction booklet and easy to assemble directions. Contact professor Gregory Reppucci (Food Science) at x 4375 or e-mail: greppucc@northshore.edu.

Film Series

The Council on International Education is presenting the final film in its International Spring Film series: Friday, May 7, is Bread and Chocolate (1973, Italy & Switzerland) A hard-working Sicilian heads for Switzerland in search of a better life in this gentle, sweetsour Italian comedy. Despite the poor fellow's best efforts to fit in with his neighbors, he never quite seems to make it. Of course his tragedy is the audience's delight. Film contents may not be suitable for children. Light refreshments will be served. All films are free and open to the public.

TEAM SPORTS AT NORTH SHORE CC?

Yes, that’s right team sports! The long awaited intramural sporting activities are finally here. The pilot program took off the ground on Monday, March 8, 2010 with intramural basketball.

There are 40 players participating in 5 teams with a few others officiating. The games have been drawing big crowds and there is still room for more fans. In addition to basketball, we

also have intramural soccer going on as well. With 30 registered players on 5 teams, the games started on March 10, 2010, with much excitement and energy. The players play 4 vs 4 games with target goals (small goals). All the players wear jerseys during the game and we utilize the use of the scoreboard as well. In addition to the intramurals, the and Wellness Recreation department continues to offer

game days, ping pong, pool, dodge ball, volleyball and other tournaments on both campuses.

rience that The Corps Network members bring to the Peace Corps will build upon our efforts to develop sustainable solutions to environmental challenges worldwide,” said Peace Corps Director Aaron S. Williams.

Network President and CEO Sally Prouty. “Together we can help tap into America’s greatest renewable natural resource – the idealism and energy of America’s young people – to help the Peace Corps address pressing environmental challenges abroad.”

If you still want to participate, Please contact Archie Bandera at abandera01@northshore.edu or call ext. 6220 or ext 6610. You can also stop by the Lynn Gym to register. Hurry because there are limited spots available.

Peace Corps Partners with The Corps Network

The Peace Corps and The Corps Network have partnered to help recruit and train the next generation of Peace Corps volunteers and prepare young Americans for environmental careers.

The Corps Network and the Peace Corps will encourage Corps Network members and alumni with experience in youth development, conservation, and the environment to apply to become Peace Corps volunteers. Volunteers who have completed their Peace Corps service will, in turn, be encouraged to serve American communities through The Corps Network’s service and conservation programs. Both organizations will exchange training and technical assistance materials and link The Corps Network members in 44 states and the District of Columbia with Peace Corps volunteers for reciprocal mentoring and support. “The environment-related expe-

COMING TO A CAMPUS NEAR YOU BY TANYA GREEN

Mark your calendars for the annual Spring Fling coming to the Lynn and Danvers Campuses. This event will feature a low cost BBQ lunch and numerous games and inflatables. The Spring Fling will be in Danvers on May 3rd 11-2 The Spring Fling will be in Lynn May 4th from 11-1

The Corps Network represents service and conservation programs that annually enroll more than 29,000 young men and women. The Corps Network – inheritor of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s Civilian Conservation Corps legacy – engages young men and women in visible and valued public work. Members revitalize communities, prepare young people for responsible productive lives, build civic spirit through service, and preserve and restore the environment. To learn more about The Corps Network, visit www.corpsnetwork.org. "We are tremendously excited to partner with the Peace Corps,” said The Corps

As Peace Corps approaches its 50th anniversary, its service legacy continues to promote peace and friendship around the world with 7,671 volunteers serving in 76 host countries. Historically, nearly 200,000 Americans have served with the Peace Corps to promote a better understanding between Americans and the people of 139 host countries. Peace Corps volunteers must be U.S. citizens and at least 18 years of age. Peace Corps service is a 27month commitment. To learn more about the Peace Corps, please visit our website: www.peacecorps.gov.

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If you see something suspicious, report it at once!

Danvers Campus 1507 4/1/2010 A student reports that someone stole his GPS from his car while parked in the Danvers lot between 0800-0930

Lynn campus 2114 4/1/2010 Female student who appeared scared and very upset yelled down from the second floor balcony to control desk that their was a fight in student also reported a male party had a possible knife. Lynn police was also notified. Lynn police along with members of Lynn gang unit arrived on scene at approximately 2118. Male party was arrested. Danvers Campus 1130 4/2/2010 Student reported that while his car was parked in the lot of the Danvers Campus someone threw soda on the hood of his vehicle which spilled down to the passenger side and bumper. The soda has dried and left a stain Danvers Campus 1008 4/5/2010 Staff member called control desk to request campus police respond to the student lounge on a report of past altercations between two students. Students were told to stay away from each other and to stay out of the lounge the rest of the week.

Lynn Campus 1100 4/6/2010 Student walked up to the desk to report that in Thursday April 1st while parked at the MBTA garage- her vehicle was entered (no damage) and her glove box searched nothing was missing transit police called to take report

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Danvers Campus 1749 4/6/2010 Danvers PD reported that a vehicle was speeding into the NSCC property. The party was run in the CJIS system for status vehicle insurance and WMS both came back normal N/A WMS and active insurance on the vehicle.

Lynn Campus 0941 4/7/2010 Student walked up to the control deck to report she left her Motorola click cell phone in the library. When she returned it was gone.

Danvers Campus 1000 4/7/2010 Ofc. Is investigating a road incident that started on route 1 and continued in lot6

Danvers Campus 2114 4/7/2010 Observed a gray mercedez benz hit the curve in front of the berry building. The corporals stopped the m/v to check if the operator was impaired. M/V was active and operator had active license and no warrant. The operator left the scene and both CPL’S cleared.

Lynn Campus 1243 4/8/2010 A female party was approached by a male described as a “Dark Skinned” black male slim build waring a white short sleeve shirt. The suspect walked up behind her, grabbed her and kissed her on the back of the neck. The victim states that she yelled at him to stop and go away. She then came to the control desk to report the incident. The female party also reports the male party has approached her on other occasions resting personal information at which time she has told him to go away. All submissions are subject to editing and not all submissions will be published or receive a personal response. MAILING ADDRESS

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Lynn Campus 1152 4/8/2010 Student walked up to the desk to report there were words between a male and female student. The c word was used and at one point a chair was thrown across the floor (not airborne) referred to the Dean of Students.

Lynn Campus 1519 4/9/2010 Student walked up to the desk to report he parked his motor vehicle in the main student parking area. Around 10am when he finished his classes at 3:15pm he discovered his vehicle missing from where he parked it. The vehicle was reported stolen. Cancel stolen vehicle the owner found it in the student Lynn main parking lot

Danvers Campus 1125 4/12/10 A student had fallen in in the Berry Building. The nurse and all CPD officers responded. The student reports she twisted her ankle and heard a pop. She stated she was in a great deal of pain.

Lynn Campus 1922 4/12/10 A male student walked to the control desk to report a larceny of his credit card and his driver’s license. Party stated that he left his wallet on the table and went to assist another student in the lab, a few hours later the party stated that he realized his credit card and drivers license were missing. Party stated that the larceny occurred approximately four hours prior.

Lynn Campus 1126 4/13/10 Person was arrested on warrants out of Malden District Court. While taking an inventory of personal possessions, a long screwdriver and a dangerous weapon (knife) were found. The prisoner was transported to Lynn District Court.

Lynn Campus 1154 4/15/10 During a fire drill test and employee of the college fell on the walkway near the Carroll Parkway. She complained of right shoulder pain and right elbow pain. She was treated by the Lynn Fire department who

were already on scene. The patient was transported by Atlantic Ambulance to Union Hospital Danvers Campus 1600 4/20/10 Sgt. Vaccaro reported that a motor vehicle collision occurred outside the campus property by Ferncroft Road and Route One. Cpl. Eam checked the area and Danvers Police arrived on the scene.

Lynn Campus 2006 4/22/10 Ofc. Byrson reported that an individual reported an altercation between a group of females in the stairwell leading to the train platform. Cpl Eam was dispatched to the garage. Lynn police and transit police were notified and an ambulance was requested for a 13 year old female with lacerations to her neck. Lynn Police and Transit Police along with Atlantic Ambulance arrived on the scene. Female was transported to North Shore Children’s Hospital.

Did you know this is the Largest Issue of the Pennon to Date... 24 pages! EDITOR IN CHIEF ...............................................STACIA CHAMBERLAIN MANAGING EDITOR .....................................................NICOLE GIUNTA WEB EDITOR ..............................................................ANDREW BURNS LAYOUT EDITOR ........................................MARTHA “AVRIL” DUNCAN BUSINESS EDITOR .......................................................NICOLE GIUNTA HEALTH & SCI EDITOR ......................................................AMANDA FROST FEATURES EDITOR ............................................................CHRIS RICCI FACES IN THE HALL .................................................VICKI NICKERSON PHOTO EDITOR ..........................................MARTHA “AVRIL” DUNCAN NEWS EDITOR .............................................................................OPEN GROUPS & CLUBS EDITOR ..........................................................OPEN SPORTS WRITER ..........................................................ASHLEY VIATOR ADVISOR ...............................................................VICTORIA PASCIUTO

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Faces in the Hall

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By:Vicki Nickerson

As a student leader here at NSCC, I have had the opportunity to work with many other amazing leaders. As the editor of Faces in the Hall, I decided that in our last issue for the year I would give special regards to some of the students I have had the pleasure of working on teams with. Over the past two years there have been countless students I have worked beside, all of which have made a difference in our school community. I would like to extend a special thank you to all the students who contribute their time and effort. Without organizations like The Student Government Association, Program Council, Womens Center, the numerous student run clubs and of course our student newspaper “The Pennon,” we would lack the sense of community that we have built up here at North Shore! Kudos to all those who participated this past year, hope to see you along with some new Faces in the Fall. Vicki Nickerson

Sam Gottlich

At fourteen years old Sam is one of North Shore Community College’s Dual Enrollment Students as well as a sophomore in high school. In her first semester Sam jumped right in to replace the outgoing treasurer of Program Council and has recently been elected to the Position of President for the upcoming fall semester. She was published in the second edition of SPARK for photography and will be returning next year to continue her dual enrollment as she continues to increase her leadership skills.

Tanya Green

Tanya is working on her second degree at North Shore Community College. She graduated in 2006 with an associate’s degree in Gerontology. She is now working hard on her degree as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the OTA program. Tanya has been a dedicated member of Program Council and has held the executive title as the Public Relations Coordinator. Tanya contributes many hours to “make things happen.” As a recent member of The Womens Center, she has already shown great leadership skills with event planning and staffing.

Nelson Baker

Nelson will graduate from North Shore Community College in May with a degree in Liberal Arts. He is continuing his education at Salem State College where he is majoring in English. Nelson was the editor –in- chief for The Pennon and still contributes his time and effort to make sure that production goes smoothly. He is an asset to the Pennon as a contributing writer. Nelson also writes for the Salem State Log, The Salem News and was recently published in SPARK for the second consecutive year. He is an aspiring writer and a dedicated student who hopes to be published in the future.

Angela Panevino

Angela is on her way to completing her second semester here at North Shore Community College. She is a Presidential Scholar and contributes many hours volunteering her time. Angela has been inducted into the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society. She holds a work study position in Student Life in Danvers and shows great leadership skills which will help in her endeavor to become an RN. She is currently on the wait-list for the Nurse Education program here at NSCC.

Chris Ricci

Chris has been a North Shore Community College student since 2008 and has been working hard to move on. Currently, Chris works for the student-run paper “The Pennon” and is also the president of the Philosophy Club. As a member of The Pennon, Chris serves as the A&E editor and has worked hard with the other editors to make the newspaper the best we can offer. Chris’s presidency of the philosophy club has involved him bringing the club back to a weekly basis and has pushed for a wider range of students to join up and have fun in the club. Chris aims to transfer at the end of next semester to a four year school where he wishes to become an English teacher.

Chris Lee

Chris is in his fourth semester here at North Shore Community College. He is majoring in Criminal Justice. Chris has been a work study student in the Student Life lounge for three semesters, along the way receiving a promotion to lounge manager. Chris served as the Secretary for Program Council. His hard work and dedication brought many ideas to life on campus, including the monthly comedy club held in the lounge.

Would you like to submit an article or interview for the next Pennon issue? Do you have a cartoon, drawing, photograph, short story or poem you’d like to see in print? EMAIL IT TO THE PENNON: PENNON@NORTHSHORE.EDU